Description
Welcome to our CPD-accredited course on PEG Feeding in a Healthcare Setting. This course provides essential training for healthcare professionals to safely and effectively administer PEG feeds, focusing on the steps required for patient safety, hygiene, and infection control. You will learn to identify the conditions that require PEG feeding, understand the procedures and protocols involved, and gain key insights into maintaining the PEG tube for optimal function.
The course also covers how to recognise and manage complications such as infection, dislodgement, or leakage, ensuring patient comfort and dignity throughout the process. You’ll gain expertise in the documentation and reporting protocols essential for maintaining high standards of care and safeguarding patients in your care.
Learning outcomes
- Understand what PEG feeding is and why it’s used.
- Recognise patient conditions that may require PEG feeding.
- Learn safe administration protocols and infection control practices.
- Understand proper PEG tube placement and monitoring for complications.
- Master cleaning and maintaining PEG tubes to prevent issues.
- Identify and respond to complications such as infection or dislodgement.
- Ensure patient comfort, dignity, and communication during feeding.
- Implement correct documentation and reporting protocols.
Accreditation Certificate
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Peg Feeding in a Healthcare Setting Certificate
Gain the knowledge and skills to safely administer and manage PEG feeding, ensuring patient safety, hygiene, and dignity in a healthcare setting.
What does my certificate include?
Your Peg Feeding in a Healthcare Setting Certificate includes your name, company name (if applicable), name of course taken, date of completion, expiry date and stamps of approval or accreditations by recognised authorities.
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