Gastrostomy: PEG

Description

Course Description:

Welcome to our comprehensive "Gastrostomy: PEG" course! This specialized program is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in managing and caring for patients with gastrostomy tubes. With a focus on safe and compassionate care, this course equips participants with the expertise needed to provide optimal gastrostomy care and support.

Course Overview:

Gastrostomy tubes play a crucial role in providing enteral feeding and nutrition to patients who require long-term assistance. In this course, we will delve into the specific aspects of gastrostomy tube care, ensuring participants are proficient in maintaining tube functionality, recognizing complications, and supporting patients and their families throughout their gastrostomy journey.

Key Learning Objectives:

Understanding Gastrostomy Tube Functionality: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the purpose and indications for gastrostomy tube placement.

Gastrostomy Tube Insertion and Post-Procedure Care: Learn about the tube insertion process and the essential steps for caring for patients post-procedure.

Gastrostomy Tube Feeding and Nutritional Management: Understand enteral feeding principles, formula selection, and monitoring patients' nutritional needs.

Gastrostomy Tube Site Care: Explore best practices for cleaning and dressing the gastrostomy site, ensuring optimal hygiene and preventing infection.

Recognizing and Managing Complications: Identify and address common gastrostomy tube complications, such as dislodgement, granulation, and skin irritation.

Patient Education and Support: Develop effective communication skills to educate patients and their families about gastrostomy tube care and address their concerns.

Hands-On Practical Training:

Our course includes interactive hands-on training, where participants will practice various aspects of gastrostomy tube care, such as site cleaning, dressing changes, and feeding techniques.

Expert Instruction:

Learn from experienced instructors, experts in gastrostomy tube care, who will provide guidance, share insights, and address common challenges.

Certification and CPD Accreditation:

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certification, acknowledging your proficiency in gastrostomy tube care. Additionally, this course is CPD accredited, providing 7 hours toward nursing revalidation, supporting your continuous professional development and meeting your regulatory requirements.

Join us on this transformative journey to become a skilled gastrostomy tube caregiver. Enroll today and acquire the knowledge and hands-on experience to deliver high-quality gastrostomy care and improve the well-being of your patients.