Delivered by Caring for Care - raising standards together

Duration: 4 - 6 Hour

Level 3

Course Includes: Practical

Outcome: 1 Year Certificate (Accreditation Available)

 

Learning Objectives

1. PEG OVERVIEW

  • Define what PEG is
  • List the reasons for having a PEG inserted
  • Describe the differences between NG, JEJE, PEG, NG and how that may impact care
  • Label the relevant A&P

2. COMPLICATIONS

  • Identify complications that may occur and how to report them
  • State what action to take within scope of practice and how to report concerns within the workplace

3. NUTRITION & HYDRATION

  • List the types of feed within the workplace
  • Define what dehydration is and how to prevent / recognise it
  • Identify ways of observing weight loss/gain

4. INFECTION CONTROL

  • Summarise the importance of efficient infection prevention techniques for the individual, staff, PEG and stoma care.
  • Identify PPE within the workplace (15.1e)
  • Describe the correct handwashing technique

5. PERSON CENTRED CARE

  • Mouthcare
  • Documentation (14.1b)
  • Individual needs
  • Privacy and dignity (7.1b 7.1c)
  • Consent and the right to refuse

6. MEDICATION OVERVIEW

  • List the forms of medication most suited to PEG
  • Explain the importance of medication reviews and ensuring accurate forms of medication suitable for PEG are available (13.5)

7. EQUIPMENT

  • Demonstrate correct use of Pump, syringe
  • Demonstrate the correct procedure for administering medication

 

Learning Outcomes

1. Have an understanding of what a PEG, and other feeding tubes are, is and the reasons an individual may need one.

2.Describe the complications that may occur and know what action to take .

3.Have awareness of the variety of feed products available, how to recognise dehydration and weight loss/gain.

4.Discuss infection prevention control within the workplace relevant to PEG feeding.

5.Explain the importance of person centred care relevant to PEG feeding care

 

If you are interested in booking a space to attend, please contact Deborah Tonks deborahtonks@warwickshire.gov.uk.  Alternatively, you can contact The Learning Partnership warwickshirelearninganddevelopmentpartnership@warwickshire.gov.uk

Published: 25th August 2026

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