Gastrostomy Tubes: Feeding methods and site care
Gastrostomy tube feeding is more than just formulae and equipment
Friday October 23, 2015, 10.00am-11.00am AEDT
The presentation will cover:
Types of gastrostomy tubes and how to recognise them
Gastrostomy feeding methods
Care of the tube and surrounding skin
Essential documentation and follow-up
Watching this presentation and completing the assessment can contribute towards assessable Continuing Professional Development hours
About the Presenter
Jacqui Bailey is a senior dietitian at Austin Health in Melbourne, with 20 years of clinical experience. She has a long-held interest in enteral nutrition support and regularly educates patients, carers and health professionals on the use and care of gastrostomy feeding tubes. Jacqui is an APD who has worked extensively with home enteral nutrition clients, designs educational materials relating to tube feeding at home, and contributed two chapters to Gastrostomy Care: A Guide to Practice (Ausmed Education 2004).
Registration includes
Access to the live webinar or a recording of the webinar
Presentation notes
Multiple choice questions and answers
Suggested further reading
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