Name: An Understanding of Pressure Area Care
Price: 875 GBP
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Learners will be able to demonstrate much improved awareness of pressure sores and understand how they can help positively impact the service users&#39; lives. They will be able to identify the function of the different layers of skin, highlight how and why pressure sores form, understand how they can prevent them and have a better understanding of the dressings, aids, and equipment used. <h2 id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">What are the aims of this course?</h2><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Understanding skin</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">What is a pressure sore</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How do pressure sores occur</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pressure sores v incontinence dermatitis</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The different grades of pressure sores</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How can we prevent pressure sores</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pressure ulcer dressings, aids and correct use of equipment</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Documentation and record keeping</li></ul>

Learners will be able to demonstrate much improved awareness of pressure sores and understand how they can help positively impact the service users' lives. They will be able to identify the function of the different layers of skin, highlight how and why pressure sores form, understand how they can prevent them and have a better understanding of the dressings, aids, and equipment used.


What are the aims of this course?
Understanding skin
What is a pressure sore
How do pressure sores occur
Pressure sores v incontinence dermatitis
The different grades of pressure sores
How can we prevent pressure sores
Pressure ulcer dressings, aids and correct use of equipment
Documentation and record keeping

Prima Cura Training

Learners will be able to demonstrate much improved awareness of pressure sores and understand how they can help positively impact the service users' lives. They will be able to identify the function of the different layers of skin, highlight how and why pressure sores form, understand how they can prevent them and have a better understanding of the dressings, aids, and equipment used.

Pressure Ulcer Prevention & Management 

This course provides delegates with the information needed to assess the risk of pressure ulcers and Tissue Viability.Course Aims:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Give an overview of the structure and function of the skin</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Describe the term "Tissue Viability" &amp; &ldquo;Pressure Ulcer&rdquo; and explain how they develop</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Describe the term &ldquo;moisture lesion&rdquo; and how it differs from a pressure ulcer</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identify and discuss 12 risk factors for the development of pressure ulcers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identify and categorise pressure ulcers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identify and categorise tissue viability</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of existing pressure area assessment tools</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Apply current up to date practice to promote the healing of pressure ulcers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Explain the measures that can be taken to proactively prevent the development of pressure ulcers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Devise effective care plans for the prevention, detection, and healing of pressure ulcers</li></ul>

This course provides delegates with the information needed to assess the risk of pressure ulcers and Tissue Viability.
Course Aims:
Give an overview of the structure and function of the skin
Describe the term "Tissue Viability" & “Pressure Ulcer” and explain how they develop
Describe the term “moisture lesion” and how it differs from a pressure ulcer
Identify and discuss 12 risk factors for the development of pressure ulcers
Identify and categorise pressure ulcers
Identify and categorise tissue viability
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of existing pressure area assessment tools
Apply current up to date practice to promote the healing of pressure ulcers
Explain the measures that can be taken to proactively prevent the development of pressure ulcers
Devise effective care plans for the prevention, detection, and healing of pressure ulcers

Tissue Viability

Skincare

This course provides delegates with the information needed to assess the risk of pressure ulcers and Tissue Viability.

Tissue Viability with Pressure Area Care 

Course Overview:The "An Understanding of Pressure Area Care" course offers participants a comprehensive understanding of pressure ulcers (also known as pressure sores or bedsores), their causes, prevention, and effective management. This course is designed for healthcare professionals, caregivers, nurses, and individuals who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in providing proper care for individuals at risk of developing pressure ulcers. Course Duration:1/2 day (3 hours) Course Content:By the end of the course, participants will be able to:1. Explain the relevant anatomy and physiology of the skin2. Summarise the definition of a pressure ulcer and the grading system used3. Outline protective and risk factors relating to pressure ulcers4. Explore the risk assessment tools available; Waterlow and Purpose T5. Discuss the implementation strategies to manage identified risk factors; React to Red, Traffic Light, Repositioning, Moisture and Continence, Nutrition, Pain, Equipment, Personal Care, Handling and Moving 6. Explain how to escalate concerns and react appropriately  Course Objectives:1. Recognise the importance of pressure area care: Understand the significance of preventing pressure injuries, including the impact on patient comfort, quality of life, and healthcare costs.2. Learn about the causes and risk factors: Familiarise yourself with the factors contributing to pressure injuries, including immobility, reduced sensory perception, friction, and moisture.3. Acquire skills in pressure injury assessment: Develop hands-on skills in assessing pressure injuries, categorising them based on their severity, and determining appropriate interventions.4. Understand prevention strategies: Learn evidence-based strategies to prevent pressure injuries, including proper positioning, regular repositioning, the use of pressure-relieving devices, and maintaining skin hygiene.5. Address wound care and dressings: Gain knowledge about wound cleansing, selecting appropriate dressings, and promoting optimal wound healing in pressure injury cases.6. Develop communication skills: Learn effective communication techniques to educate patients, caregivers, and family members about pressure injury prevention, early signs, and the importance of vigilant care.7. Address potential complications: Recognise possible complications related to pressure injuries, such as infection, delayed wound healing, and pain, and learn strategies to prevent and manage these issues.8. Ethical considerations and patient-centered care: Explore ethical issues related to patient comfort, informed consent, and providing care with empathy, respect, and dignity. Assessment and Certification:Participants will undergo practical skills assessments, written assessments, and potentially role-playing scenarios to evaluate their understanding and competence. Successful completion will lead to a certification of achievement in "An Understanding of Pressure Area Care."Note: This course overview is a general guideline and can be customised to suit specific local requirements and preferences, therefore, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your requirements prior to making a booking.

Course Overview:
The "An Understanding of Pressure Area Care" course offers participants a comprehensive understanding of pressure ulcers (also known as pressure sores or bedsores), their causes, prevention, and effective management. This course is designed for healthcare professionals, caregivers, nurses, and individuals who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in providing proper care for individuals at risk of developing pressure ulcers.


Course Duration:
1/2 day (3 hours)


Course Content:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1. Explain the relevant anatomy and physiology of the skin
2. Summarise the definition of a pressure ulcer and the grading system used
3. Outline protective and risk factors relating to pressure ulcers
4. Explore the risk assessment tools available; Waterlow and Purpose T
5. Discuss the implementation strategies to manage identified risk factors; React to Red, Traffic Light, Repositioning, Moisture and Continence, Nutrition, Pain, Equipment, Personal Care, Handling and Moving 
6. Explain how to escalate concerns and react appropriately 


Course Objectives:
1. Recognise the importance of pressure area care: Understand the significance of preventing pressure injuries, including the impact on patient comfort, quality of life, and healthcare costs.
2. Learn about the causes and risk factors: Familiarise yourself with the factors contributing to pressure injuries, including immobility, reduced sensory perception, friction, and moisture.
3. Acquire skills in pressure injury assessment: Develop hands-on skills in assessing pressure injuries, categorising them based on their severity, and determining appropriate interventions.
4. Understand prevention strategies: Learn evidence-based strategies to prevent pressure injuries, including proper positioning, regular repositioning, the use of pressure-relieving devices, and maintaining skin hygiene.
5. Address wound care and dressings: Gain knowledge about wound cleansing, selecting appropriate dressings, and promoting optimal wound healing in pressure injury cases.
6. Develop communication skills: Learn effective communication techniques to educate patients, caregivers, and family members about pressure injury prevention, early signs, and the importance of vigilant care.
7. Address potential complications: Recognise possible complications related to pressure injuries, such as infection, delayed wound healing, and pain, and learn strategies to prevent and manage these issues.
8. Ethical considerations and patient-centered care: Explore ethical issues related to patient comfort, informed consent, and providing care with empathy, respect, and dignity.


Assessment and Certification:
Participants will undergo practical skills assessments, written assessments, and potentially role-playing scenarios to evaluate their understanding and competence. Successful completion will lead to a certification of achievement in "An Understanding of Pressure Area Care."
Note: This course overview is a general guideline and can be customised to suit specific local requirements and preferences, therefore, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your requirements prior to making a booking.

Guardian Angels Training

Enhance your knowledge and skills in pressure area care with our comprehensive course. Ideal for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and nurses.

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