Care of an Adult with a Gastrostomy Tube – PEG

COURSE OVERVIEW

The course provides information for the learner to be able to care for an adult with a gastrostomy tube on a daily basis & troubleshoot when there are problems.

COURSE CONTENT

• Types of gastrostomy tubes
• Who may require a gastrostomy tube
• Contraindications of having a gastrostomy tube inserted
• How to care for a gastrostomy tube on a daily basis
• Indicate what to do when a gastrostomy tube falls out
• Consider problems that may occur and how to trouble shoot
• Raise awareness on how to administer feed & drugs via a gastrostomy tube

CERTIFICATION

Attendance Certificate