PDC20081 - Enteral Nutrition - Assisting with PEG Feeding
| Duration | 2 hours online self-paced learning. Students can access the micro-credential for one year from enrolment. This micro-credential can be completed yearly for professional development requirements. |
| Study mode | Online |
| Course code | PDC20081 |
| Fee | $45 (Full) |
Overview
In this micro-credential you will learn the principles of Enteral Nutrition (EN), indications for EN support, the management and general care of gastrostomy tubes, and assistance with tube feeding. Enteral nutrition (EN) is the provision of liquid nutrition via a feeding tube into our digestive system. It provides the essential elements for providing the energy required by our bodies to function. As a carer, parent or health professional, it is important to understand the principles of care and management of enteral nutrition in order to provide safe nutritional and physiological support to client's at risk of malnutrition.
This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.
Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Career Opportunities
Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential, Digital Badge and a Certificate of Completion.
Structure & Availability
Micro-credential
Duration:2 hours online self-paced learning.
Students can access the micro-credential for one year from enrolment. This micro-credential can be completed yearly for professional development requirements.
- Outline the indications for enteral nutrition
- Describe complications of tube feeding
- Reflect on the formula types and suitability for clients at risk of malnutrition
- Describe the management and safe delivery of enteral feeding.
Assessment
Online Quiz
Award
Digital Badge via Credly
Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.
Requirements
How to apply
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