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Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Site Care

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A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube is a feeding tube that is inserted into the stomach via a surgical incision in the abdomen (known as a stoma). A PEG may be inserted if a person is unable to safely eat and drink through their mouth.

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A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube is a feeding tube that is inserted into the stomach via a surgical incision in the abdomen (known as a stoma). A PEG may be inserted if a person is unable to safely eat and drink through their mouth. When caring for a client with a PEG tube in situ, you should be able to perform basic personal care of the stoma site as well as identify any red flags that require an escalation of care.

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Angela
14 Sep 2021
good - clear and concise
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Gregory Turner
11 Jul 2021
An interesting online article. Good for basic care of PEG tubes.
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Samantha Clements
15 Sep 2021
Good resource with helpful key pints
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Kobie ROSS
05 Jan 2022
good info
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Ma. Ruelo
31 Jul 2021
good resources
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Ann Barber
29 Jun 2021
Good sound knowlegde, a great quick over view, easay to understand
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Noelene Arnett
20 Jul 2022
Registered Nurse
Very concise information.
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Leigh Blackford
15 Feb 2022
Quick and easy to follow. Effective and efficient
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Pamela Boyd
30 Oct 2022
Registered Nurse
Very practical and helpful, good review of PEG tube site. Thank you.
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Monica Reeves
20 Jun 2022
Registered Nurse
I really enjoyed this quick read
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