How to Crush Medications for PEG Tube Administration #MedTech

Administering medications through a PEG tube requires precision, safety, and proper technique to prevent complications like clogging and patient discomfort. In this training, Nurse Eunice walks you step-by-step through how to safely crush and administer medications via a PEG (feeding) tube. ✔️ Gathering supplies (pill crusher, 60 mL syringe, irrigation tray) ✔️ Understanding the enteral irrigation kit and proper setup ✔️ Which medications should NOT be crushed ✔️ Crushing medications into a fine powder ✔️ Mixing with warm water for proper dissolution ✔️ Preventing contamination during preparation ✔️ Flushing before, between, and after medications ✔️ Removing air from the syringe to prevent discomfort ✔️ Proper valve control to avoid backflow ✔️ Patient positioning to prevent aspiration ✔️ Cleaning and storing equipment correctly ✔️ Why medications must be given one at a time ✔️ Proper documentation on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. Always follow your facility’s policies, state regulations, and the direction of a licensed healthcare provider. Not all medications can be crushed—consult your pharmacist or provider when in doubt. ⸻ 🚀 Medication Administration Training – Jacksonville, Florida Florida Training Academy offers: * 6-Hour Online Medication Administration Course * MedTech Pro Hands-On Training * Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) Program 👉 Register today: https://FLtraining.com ⸻ 🔔 Call to Action For more medication administration training, like, share, and subscribe. Visit 👉 https://FLtraining.com to register for our online or in-person Medication Administration courses in Jacksonville, Florida. #MedTech #PEGTube #CNATraining #NurseEunice #NursingSkills Part 1