Nasogastric Tube (NGT) training (Insertion and/or feeding) course

Nasogastric feeding involves the placement of a thin plastic tube into the nasal cavity and down into the stomach. This is used to provide nutrition and medicines directly to a patient especially when there are issues or difficulties swallowing, eating solid food, or taking oral medications, for any variety of medical reasons. Our NGT e-learning module provides healthcare professionals with crucial knowledge and practical experience, such as:

• insertion techniques
• an understanding of nasogastric nutrition feeding and medication administration
• management and general daily care of both the equipment and the patient

Nasogastric tube e-learning supports workers to have the correct clinical skills to provide optimum care and support for patients with illnesses and health conditions of a severe, chronic or debilitating nature.

From NG tube insertion to NG tube feeding - what our NGT training course covers

NG tube insertion, feeding and management are delicate procedures that require expert training to ensure patient safety and comfort. Our NGT training e-learning course covers:

• Nasogastric tubes - what are they?
• Nutrition and feeding - indications for use
• NG tube insertion and change procedures
• Potential complications
• Nasogastric tube care and management
• Feed and medication administration

The e-learning course is intended to supplement any inhouse or external face-to-face training and competency and should not be used in isolation of other learning opportunities. 

Duration

Approximately 6 hours