Question
Can the registered nurse insert a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube?
Answer
It is within the scope of practice of an appropriately trained and competent registered nurse to insert a PEG tube under the direction of an authorized health care practitioner, following clinical practice standards. The registered nurse should use the Scope of Practice Decision Tree to determine if these activities are within the registered nurse’s legal and individual scope of practice.
FAQ Category
Gastroenterology Procedures
Audience