Naso-Gastric (NG) Tube Placement & Management for Gastric Drainage

Course Details

A comprehensive and practical training session exploring the benefits and risks associated with gastric drainage. Following the course you will have:

• The ability to discuss the rationale for appropriate insertion of naso-gastric tubes for drainage purposes
• The ability to assess a patient’s suitability for a NG tube
• The ability to record the NEX measurement
• The ability to insert the NG tube effectively, confirm its position and secure it in place
• The knowledge to adequately care for the tube remaining mindful of pressure area care, drainage bag positioning and pH monitoring

Practical demonstration and the ability to practise on our state-of-the-art, skills simulation mannequin to instil confidence in personal ability within the safety of the classroom is incorporated throughout the duration of the course.

Who is This Course for?

Trained nurses.

What Will the Course Cover?

• The anatomy & physiology of the GI tract
• Pre-insertion assessment & measurement
• NG tube insertion process
• NG tube and patient aftercare

Pre-Course Requirements

Experience/exposure to patients who do or may require gastric drainage.

How Will the Course be Taught?

Face-to-face delivery in a group, involving some group work or work in pairs, utilising our state-of-the-art simulation mannequin to demonstrate and practise clinical skills.