In-Person Workshop: Enteral Tubes & Vascular Access Devices (FULL DAY)

Learning objectives:

NG Tubes

• Introduction to enteral feeding
• Review indications for NG Tubes
• Demonstrate appropriate technique for NG tube insertion.
• Review placement verification of NG tubes
• Discuss care of child with NG tube
• Review administration of enteral feeds and medications

Gastronomy Tubes

• Introduction to gastrostomy tubes
• Review indications and goals for gastrostomy tubes
• Discuss management of common stoma issues
• Demonstrate management of dislodged/blocked tubes
• Discuss care of children with a gastrostomy tube
• Review administration of nutritional formula and medications

Vascular Access Devices

• Identify different types of vascular access devices.
• Review care and management of CVADs including principles of aseptic technique to prevent CLABSIs.
• Review CVAD line patency assessment and flushing.
• Demonstrate proper technique for CVAD dressing changes.
• Demonstrate proper technique for CVAD cap changes.