Within the PCT, a high proportion of patients receiving in
patient care, also receive enteral tube feeding. In the
community there are approximately 70 – 80 patients at any
one time in various settings including their own homes and
nursing homes. The aim of this project was to design and
make available on the health community platform, an
electronic learning package to promote best practice within
the area of enteral feeding. The package has a number of
modules to cover all facets on the journey of enteral
feeding, with a multiple choice test at the end. There is
also a section at the end which highlights the key points.
The programme supports the Continuous Professional
Development for all health care professionals within this
specific area.
The project, initiated with the Nutrition and Dietetic
department led a consultation with colleagues within the
acute and community trust, sought guidance from
colleagues within Infection Control and members of the
Enteral Sub Group of the Trust Nutrition Board, and worked
in partnership with the Bassetlaw Nutrition and Dietetic
Department. The Education and Training Department at
Kings Mill Hospital liaised with E Venture Internet Platform
and Nottinghamshire Healthcare Learning Management
System to upload the programme to enable users to access.
In a fast paced environment, where time is limited,
opportunities for training are restricted. E-learning,
however, provides a convenient and flexible approach to
accessing training and various updates for staff. Once
registered, the user is able to log onto a dedicated
homepage where they receive the latest e-learning news
and information about courses. Courses can be accessed
via any computer with an internet connection, allowing
users to log on either at work or in the comfort of their
own home.
Comments from staff who evaluated the programme
include: “I think this is an excellent learning tool and as a
point of reference”, “Clear, easy to read and access”,
“Good. Can go at your own pace and dip in and out as
needed”, “Good graphics, easy to use, well laid out” and
“Very well put together”.
For more information on this project, please contact:
Helen.Flint@nottspct.nhs.uk
