Enteral Feeding & Gastrostomy Tubes

Description

Understanding of what enteral feeding is
Understanding different types of feeding tubes
Understanding of different types of feeds
Understand the difference between bolus, gravity & pump feeds
Applied anatomy & physiology of the digestive tract
Indications for an enteral feeding tube
Complications of PEG or JEJ tubes incl blockages
Daily cares of the stoma site and managing the risk of infection
Importance of good oral hygiene
Process for administering medications via a gastrostomy or PEG tube

Price £80.00 Full Day