It has been estimated that half of all nasogastric feeding tubes are removed accidentally by patients or staff (Lloyd and Powell-Tuck 2004). Tubes should be taped securely, but not excessively, to the nose and/or cheek, using soft hypoallergenic tape (NNNG 2012). Tape should be inspected and changed regularly, assessing for signs of pressure damage caused by the tube pressing against the nostril. Tape should not pull the tube against the side of the nostril.