Nasogastric Tube Insertion – Competency Based (Intermediate)

COURSE DESCRIPTION / AIMS

This course provides Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses the knowledge and skills to assess patient who require nasogastric tube, perform insertion of nasogastric tube (NGT) and care of patients with NGT.

COURSE OBJECTIVES / OUTLINE

By the end of this course, the learners will be able to:

1. state the indications of NGT insertion
2. perform patient assessment prior to NGT insertion
3. identify risk factors and contraindication of NGT insertion
4. demonstrate NGT insertion
5. demonstrate knowledge of various methods to troubleshoot
6. demonstrate correct technique to check NGT placement
7. perform patient education related to the care of NGT

 COURSE OUTLINE

 Indications of NGT insertion

1. NGT types and sizes
2. Patient assessment
3. Contraindications
4. Insertion of NGT insertion
5. Checking of NGT placement
6. Patient education

SSF Tagging:
Name of Skill Standard: Perform Tube Feeding [Basic II] and perform insertion/change/care of NGT [Advanced]
Domain: Clinical
Level: Intermediate

Please Note:

A minimum of 75% attendance will be required for you to complete the programme and receive your certificate.

Enrolled nurses, Registered Nurses