This course aims to increase the learner’s knowledge and understanding of how to safely and effectively support a patient needing a enteral tube feeding to maintain nutritional adequacy.
On completion of the course, the learner should have:
Understand what enteral feeding entails
Know the structure and functions of the digestive/enteric system
Know the indications and contra-indications for use of enteral tube feeding
Be aware of the benefits and complications associated with enteral tube feeding
Be aware of types of enteral tube feeding
Understand procedures to support the patient with enteral tube feeding
Understand the procedure for medication administration via enteral feeding tubes
Able to troubleshoot problems encountered with enteral tube feeding
Understand the importance of documentation and communication of care delivered and complications
Menad training provides consultancy and training services to customers in care settings.
