PEG Feeding

PEG stands for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy which is a procedure in which a flexible feeding tube is placed through the abdominal wall and into the stomach. PEG allows nutrition, fluids and/or medications to be put directly into the stomach, bypassing the mouth and oesophagus.

PEG feeding is used where patients cannot maintain adequate nutrition with oral intake. However, the simplicity of PEG feeding has led to some to be concerned about its use when there is little or no clinical benefit. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeding tubes were first described in 1980 for use in children.
PEG feeding tubes are now increasingly used for enteral nutrition for both children and adults. PEG may be used with a jejunal extension.

Our course will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to provide high-quality care to patients who require PEG. This course is for healthcare professional or simply people looking to expand their knowledge.

This workshop covers the following:

• What is PEG Feeding
• Types of PEG Feeding
• Procedure
• Care of the client with a PEG tube
• Care of the PEG tube

The Workshops can be contextualized to suit your individual organisational needs.

This workshop provides participants with the skills and knowledge of:

• What is a PEG. Why a PEG is inserted.
• How is the PEG managed. The reason for using gastronomy tubes.
• The implications of administering medication through gastronomy.
• How to administer feeds and flushes safely.
• The potential complications of using feeding of feeding tubes.
• Effectively troubleshoot potential problems of gastronomy tubes.
• Hygiene and infection control.
• Know when to ask for specialist help.
• Practical session for participants using a mannequin to show competency in feeding via a PEG tube.

Monthly (Thursday)

2 hours (1 hour of online theory & assessment and 1 hour of practical)

1.00 pm to 2.00 pm

Course Fee: $ 75