Background
 
This e-learning program has been designed based on
recommendations made by the NPSA to reduce the harm caused by
misplaced nasogastric feeding tubes. It is designed to meet the needs
of Trust staff who are involved in the insertion of nasogastric tubes
and subsequently provide care to patients post insertion.
 
The NPSA 2011 recommended that all health care professionals
involved with nasogastric tube position checks have been assessed
as competent and that competency training should include theoretical
and practical learning. This program addresses the theoretical aspect
of the competency.
 
After completing the e-learning module there are a set of multiple
choice questions that MUST be answered to achieve theoretical
competency.