Peg Feeding

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LEARNING OUTCOMES


> Identify the circumstances when PEG feeding is required
> State the reasons for PEG feeding
> List the associated problems associated with PEG feeding
> Describe how to care for the PEG site
> State the process for administering PEG feed
> Identify best practice in medication administration
> Discuss the indications, contraindications and related
ethical issues
> Demonstrate an understanding of the key principles to be
applied when assessing and meeting patients/ clients
nutritional needs
> Identify and discuss the nursing management protocols
for effective enteral feeding
> Consider the range of options available when choosing
feeds, equipment and feeding pumps

TARGET AUDIENCE

> Registered General Nurses (RGN)/ Staff Nurses
> Healthcare Assistants (HCA)
> Nursing Homes Nurses
> Nursing Home Staff
> Agency Nursing Staff
> Acute Treatment Sector: District Nursing, General Practice

Delivery:
  • In house
Category:

Further Details

Teaching the practical and theoretical approach to undertaking Peg Feeding (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) and supporting the recipient at a time of change

LEARNING OUTCOMES


> Identify the circumstances when PEG feeding is required
> State the reasons for PEG feeding
> List the associated problems associated with PEG feeding
> Describe how to care for the PEG site
> State the process for administering PEG feed
> Identify best practice in medication administration
> Discuss the indications, contraindications and related
ethical issues
> Demonstrate an understanding of the key principles to be
applied when assessing and meeting patients/ clients
nutritional needs
> Identify and discuss the nursing management protocols
for effective enteral feeding
> Consider the range of options available when choosing
feeds, equipment and feeding pumps

TARGET AUDIENCE

> Registered General Nurses (RGN)/ Staff Nurses
> Healthcare Assistants (HCA)
> Nursing Homes Nurses
> Nursing Home Staff
> Agency Nursing Staff
> Acute Treatment Sector: District Nursing, General Practice

Guide Price: Please email for course cost