PEG Training For Health And Social Care Staff

Course Information

Aims and Objectives

  • Provide an overview of the principles of gastrostomy care and discuss safe care provision.
  • Discuss the role and responsibilities of healthcare professionals in relation to this

 

Course Content

  • What is a gastrostomy?
  • Reasons for needing gastrostomy
  • Types of tubes
  • Indications
  • Contraindications
  • Red flags
  • Immediate care
  • Infection control and management
  • Common issues
  • Skin issues
  • Trouble shooting
  • Procedure
  • Feeding
  • Patient safety
  • Patient position
  • Delivery pumps
  • Contamination
  • Medication and PEG Tubes
  • Professional responsibilities

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Nurses
  • Support Workers
  • Care staff
  • Health Care assistants

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