Welcome to the Nasogastric Tube insertion and Safe Use e-learning module. In this comprehensive training, we’ll guide you through the essential steps and best practices for safely inserting and managing nasogastric tubes. Whether you are seasoned healthcare professional or a student eager to learn, this module is designed to equip you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to perform this critical procedure with confidence and safety.

Level: Secure Training Services
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes approx - dependant in the individual learner.
Assessment Method: Multiple Choice Assessment
Certificate: PDF
Recommended Refresher: Yearly
Framework and Standards: CSTF
Course Provider: Secure Training Services

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to.
1. Define fine bore nasogastric tube 9NGT) insertion and the uses
2. List the indications and contraindications of NGT
3. Outline the autonomy and physiology of GI Tract
4. Explain the benefits and risk of NGT insertion and feeding
5. Summarise legal and professional issues, including consent, competency, record keeping
6. Discuss national standards and guidelines including NPSA
7. Outline infection prevention and control strategies
8. List the safer insertion procedure
9. Describe the confirmation testing
10. Explain the principles of flushing, enteral feeding and fluids, and medication administration.

This course is made up of the following modules
Introduction
NGT Insertion, National Standards, indications, and Risk
NGT assessment and the types of tube
Anatomy and safer NGT insertion
Equipment
Troubleshooting
Nasogastric Tube Feeding
Syringes
Documentation

Healthcare Professionals
Domiciliary Care
Care Homes
Hospitals
Nurses, HCA's, Care Workers, Care Managers.