Maricopa Community Colleges  NCE172   19972-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
NCE172 19972-20086 L+L 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
LPN - Gastric Intubation
Development of clinical skills of gastric intubation. Emphasis on review of anatomy and physiology of adult and child upper gastrointestinal system, purpose of intubation, types of tubes, and procedure.
Prerequisites: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or currently enrolled in a nursing program.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
NCE172   19972-20086 LPN - Gastric Intubation
1. Assess the patient's nostrils for obstructions and/or deformities and report abnormal findings to the registered nurse and/or physician. (I)
2. Instruct the patient in preparation of a naso-gastric tube insertion. (II)
3. Describe the basic procedural components and applications for the insertion of a naso-gastric tube. (III, IV)
4. Implement the nursing process when inserting a naso-gastric tube. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
NCE172   19972-20086 LPN - Gastric Intubation
    I. Review of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Adult's and Child's Gastrointestinal System
      II. Indications for the Use of Gastric Intubation
        III. Types and Use of Gastric Tubes
            A. Use of ancillary equipment
            B. Restrictions applicable to practice by the licensed practical nurse
              1. Insertion for feeding and specimen collection
              2. Insertion fo straight naso-gastric tubes
              3. Prohibition concerning patients with naso-gastric surgery, intestinal surgery or esophageal
          IV. Procedure
              A. Assessment
              B. Planning
              C. Implementation
              D. Evaluation
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