Nasogastric (NG) Feeding Awareness Training

Our Nasogastric (NG) Feeding Awareness Training course provides healthcare professionals and care staff with the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely support people receiving nutrition or medication through a nasogastric (NG) tube. The course covers the principles of NG feeding, safe tube management, enteral nutrition, medication administration, monitoring and recognising potential complications and emergencies.

The training is suitable for healthcare professionals, nurses, carers and support workers who are responsible for supporting individuals with nasogastric feeding.

NG Feed Awareness

This course covers:

  • Understanding nasogastric (NG) tubes and their uses

  • Indications and contraindications for NG feeding

  • Safe administration of enteral nutrition and medication

  • NG tube care, maintenance and safe management

  • Monitoring people receiving NG feeds

  • Recognising potential complications and appropriate action

  • Identifying NG tube emergencies and responding safely

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