PEG stands for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, 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 esophagus.
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.
This workshop covers the following:
*Workshops can be contextualized to suit your individual organisational needs
This workshop is delivered in the classroom over a two hour duration.
Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will be able to confidently demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and will receive a Statement of Attendance for Professional Development within 10 business days.
All Health Training recommends refreshing your knowledge and skills annually.
The nationally recognised unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, include community and workplace settings and enables the correct first aid response to a casualty.
This skill set reflects the skill requirements to prepare for and provide medication assistance plus completion of medication documentation
The aim is to refresh your skills and knowledge, bringing you in line with current standards and procedures and is ideally suited for those students who completed the qualification but have not entered the workforce as a pathology collector.