PEG Feeding Online Module

£6.00

This course provides healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and practical guidance required for the safe administration and management of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) feeding. It equips learners with an understanding of the procedure, the equipment involved, feeding techniques, and the prevention and management of complications, while also addressing the ethical and legal responsibilities in PEG care.
Duration: 1 hour

CPD Points: 1

Completion Window: 6 months from date of purchase

Certification: Certificate of Completion

This training is aligned with the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC) CPD requirements and supports continuing professional development in clinical nutrition and patient care.
Nurses, healthcare assistants, and carers involved in PEG feeding

Allied healthcare professionals supporting patients with nutritional needs

Care home staff responsible for PEG-fed patients

Newly qualified staff seeking foundational knowledge in PEG care

Professionals undertaking CPD for NMC registration renewal
Introduction to PEG Feeding – Overview, purpose, and when PEG is required

Anatomy and Physiology – GI system focus and PEG insertion site

Indications and Contraindications – When PEG feeding is appropriate or unsafe

Equipment and Supplies – Tubes, syringes, securing devices, and essential tools

Procedure and Techniques – Step-by-step guide to safe PEG insertion

Care and Maintenance – Hygiene, cleaning, monitoring, and infection prevention

Feeding Techniques – Bolus, intermittent, continuous feeding, and formula selection

Complications and Troubleshooting – Managing dislodgement, blockages, and infections

Documentation and Record-keeping – Accurate reporting of intake, interventions, and complications

Ethical and Legal Considerations – Consent, patient autonomy, and professional responsibilities
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Explain the purpose and indications of PEG feeding

Identify relevant gastrointestinal anatomy and physiology for PEG feeding

Recognise contraindications and necessary precautions

Select and prepare equipment and supplies safely

Perform PEG tube insertion under guidance and supervision

Apply correct care and maintenance procedures to prevent complications

Administer different feeding techniques and monitor patient response

Detect and manage common PEG-related complications effectively

Maintain accurate documentation and records of PEG feeding care

Apply ethical and legal principles in patient care and decision-making
Accreditation: Awarded 1 CPD Point in accordance with NMC CPD guidelines

Standards:

Aligned with Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) revalidation requirements

Meets clinical best practices for PEG feeding management

Supports compliance with CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards for safe and effective patient care

CPD Requirement Context:

Nurses must complete 35 hours of CPD in each 3-year registration cycle

Minimum 20 hours participatory learning required

This module contributes towards meeting these CPD requirements

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