• The session will cover
• - Indications for a gastrostomy
• - Types of gastrostomy tubes
• - Basic principles of care of gastrostomy tubes
• - Infection control including environment preparation
• - Care and preparation of feeding equipment
• - Administration of feeds – bolus and pumps
• - Safe administration of medication (if required)
• - Recognising, dealing with and reporting complications
• - Emergency management if a gastrostomy tube comes out
• - Competency framework
• - Roles and responsibilities
• - Legislation and record keeping

Please complete this booking form, return to quality.innovation@essex.gov.uk  and await booking confirmation.