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SGNA's Position Statements address issues directly affecting the practice of gastroenterology nursing. The references provided in each document can be used for more in-depth reading.

These statements are available for purchase in hard-copy at the SGNA Marketplace or feel free to print them using the links below. The SGNA Position Statements are copy righted material and therefore permission is required for multiple printings or copies of the material. To request permission please contact SGNA Headquarters at 800/245-SGNA (7462).

ASGE/SGNA Joint Position Statement 

• Role of GI Registered Nurses in the Management of Patients Undergoing Sedated Procedures   (2004)   

SGNA Position Statements

• Statement on the Use of Sedation and Analgesia in the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Setting (2010) 

• Radiation Safety in the Endoscopy Setting (2008) 

• Performance of Gastrointestinal Manometry Studies and Provocative Testing  (2006)

• Manipulation of Endoscopes During Endoscopic Procedures (2009)

• The Role of the Nurse/Associate in the Placement of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube (2008)

• Statement on Reprocessing of Water Bottles Used During Endoscopy (2009)

• Statement on Minimal Registered Nurse Staffing for Patient Care in the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit (2009)

• Statement on Reprocessing of Endoscopic Accessories and Valves (2012)

• Reuse of Single-Use Critical Medical Devices (2008)

• Role Delineation of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Gastroenterology (2010)

• Role Delineation of Nursing Assistive Personnel in Gastroenterology (2010)

• Role Delineation of the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in Gastroenterology (2010)

• Role Delineation of the Registered Nurse in a Staff Position in Gastroenterology (2010)