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Enteral Feeding
Course Description
Enteral feeding, also known as tube feeding, is the delivery of nutrition directly into a person’s stomach or small intestine when they are unable to eat or swallow safely. In aged care settings, residents may require enteral feeding due to conditions such as stroke, dementia, or other medical complications that affect swallowing and nutrition.
This course is essential for aged care staff because proper enteral feeding techniques are critical to maintaining nutrition, preventing complications such as infections or aspiration, and supporting the overall health and well-being of residents. Care workers who understand the principles, procedures, and safety measures can provide high-quality, safe, and person-centred care.
Learning Outcomes
To equip aged care staff with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely support residents requiring enteral feeding, ensuring nutritional needs are met while minimising risk and promoting dignity, comfort, and overall health.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
* Describe what enteral feeding is, why it is used, and the common types of feeding tubes and methods.
* Identify residents who require enteral feeding and understand the indications, benefits, and risks.
* Apply safe feeding techniques including safe preparation, administration, and monitoring of enteral feeds.
* Recognise and respond to potential issues such as tube blockages, infections, or aspiration.
* Maintain dignity and person-centred care during enteral feeding, ensuring comfort, privacy, and individual preferences are respected.
Course Code:
AOC17293-B-R-UKCPD Points:
0.5Course Availability:
Due to be released 28/05/2026Topics:
Library:
Residential CareCollection:
Care & Clinical