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PEG Feeding Online Module
Course Description
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.
Course Summary
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.
Who Is This Course For?
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
Course Contents
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
Course Outcomes
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
Frameworks & Standards
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
