Aim: To develop a complete understanding of wound care.
Objectives:
By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
- Understand the anatomy of our skin and its function in our body
- Understand how to recognise different types of wounds
- Understand all about a skin tear
- List of relevant legislations in the UK
- Guidelines and protocols set by the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT)
- Describe the importance of infection control measures in preventing complications
- Describe the process of wound assessment, dressing and management
- Understand all about pressure ulcers
- Describe how to support service users experiencing pain due to wounds
- Understand the process, stages and risks involved in the healing of wounds
- Understand the importance of documentation associated with wound care
- Explain the importance of escalating and reporting issues promptly
- Describe how to support the service users in maintaining good skin care and integrity
Course Duration:
Face-2-Face session will be delivered at your location for up to 16 attendees. Cost of this course is for all 16 attendees.
eLearning: 3 hours.
Face to Face session: Equivalent to a one day course.
If you are looking to enroll more than one individual, please visit the Group Creation page HERE.
Aim: To develop a complete understanding of wound care. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
