Course Description:

This Flatus Tube Awareness training course is designed for carers, healthcare professionals, and support staff to develop a clear understanding of the use of flatus tubes in managing excessive intestinal gas and relieving discomfort associated with conditions like severe bloating or post-surgical recovery. The course provides an overview of the procedure, its benefits, and safe application techniques to ensure client comfort and dignity.

Learners will gain practical knowledge of when and how to use a flatus tube, the physiological reasons for its use, and how to recognise situations requiring intervention. The course emphasises maintaining client safety, hygiene, and emotional well-being throughout the process.

Topics include:

• What a flatus tube is and its role in relieving intestinal gas.
• The physiological processes that lead to excessive gas or bloating requiring a flatus tube.
• Indications for flatus tube use and recognising when it is appropriate.
• Safe techniques for inserting and managing a flatus tube.
• Hygiene practices to prevent infection or complications during the procedure.
• The importance of maintaining privacy, dignity, and respect while providing care.
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention.
• When to escalate concerns and seek additional medical support.