Welcome to GENCA e-learning modules. GENCA will be developing a range of online modules which will be available here.
This course will be beneficial to give clinicians an underpinning of the indications for gastrostomy feeding and a working knowledge of the ACI guidelines that were created by GENCA. The course is fully interactive with images to support experiences in clinical care to support a full understanding.
By the time you have finished the module, you should be able to:
- Discuss indications for gastrostomy tube feeding in adults and paediatrics.
- Describe the absolute contraindications and relative contraindications for gastrostomy tube insertion.
- Gain an understanding of ethical considerations relating to gastrostomy tube insertion.
- Describe the five methods of gastrostomy tube insertion
This course will be beneficial to give clinicians an underpinning of the indications for gastrostomy feeding and a working knowledge of the ACI guidelines that were created by GENCA. The course is fully interactive with images to support experiences in clinical care to support a full understanding.
By the time you have finished this module, you should be able to:
- Describe the documentation that should be completed following insertion of the gastrostomy tube/device.
- Identify key issues for monitoring and identification of early complications.
- Confirm correct positioning of the external flange.
- Differentiate between adult and paediatric refeeding risk factors.
- Recall time parameters for commencement of feeding in adult and paediatric patients.
- Differentiate between metabolic and gastrointestinal feed intolerance.
- Recall the correct procedure for administering medications via enteral feeding tubes.
- Identify issues relevant to discharge planning.
- Provide education to patient/carer regarding care of the tube.