PEG Management Workshop

Course

In London

£ 60 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeding tubes were first used in 1980. They are increasingly used for long term nutrition, hydration and treatment. This half-day course will enable the learner to have a basic understanding of feeding tubes, how they work and the care that their client will require to safely manage their feeding tube.The professional PEG Care and Tube Feeding training course covers the basics on correct feed and medication administration, nutrition via PEG tubes, management and general daily care of both the patient and the equipment.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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546 Streatham High Road, SW16 3QF

Start date

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Subjects

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Options
  • Nutrition
  • Medication
  • Dysphagia
  • Gastrostomy tubes
  • Feeding tubes
  • Medical
  • Mouth Care

Course programme

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Identify signs and symptoms of dysphagia
  • Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the digestive system
  • Discuss the options for the treatment & care of dysphagia
  • Understand the reasons for using gastrostomy tubes
  • Explain how to administer feeds and flushes safely
  • Describe the potential complications of using feeding tubes
  • Identify the implications of administering medication through a gastrostomy
  • Review procedures for effective mouth care
  • Effectively troubleshoot potential problems of gastrostomy tubes
  • Know when to ask for specialist help
  • Practical Assessments

PEG Management Workshop

£ 60 VAT inc.