Diagnosing your patients by observing their health condition and assessing the situation is vital for clinical carers. With our online clinical observation skills for carers course, learn the basics of patient health condition measurement. See how to measure temperature, blood pressure, pain assessment with this course. Become an expert on documenting and reporting patients' health conditions in proper ways. Discover how to provide oxygen therapy for your patients in emergency situations and also learn to operate other medical equipment. In addition, as part of the course, you will study how to administer drugs and prepare medication for treatment.
Learn thoroughly about health safety & hygiene with our online Clinical Observation Skills for Carers. It has been designed by specialists with years of experience behind them. The bite-sized modules of this course have been designed to help you develop observation skills at your own pace from the comfort of your home.
Enhance your professional skills with the course to develop expertise on identifying health conditions via observation and improve your daily interactions with patients. Join now and earn a CPD accredited certificate after completion as proof of comprehensive skill development & competency in clinical care.
On top of this, you'll get a free Student ID card by enrolling in this Clinical Observations Skills course. This ID card entitles you to discounts on bus tickets, movie tickets, and library cards.
What Will You Learn From This Clinical Observation Skills for Carers Course:
Fundamentals of subjective & objective observation and the relevant importance
Understand the ethical principles including the doctor-patient confidentiality or implementation of PLRC
Diagnose body temperature, blood pressure, pulse etc
Testing blood glucose and how to assess patients' pain
Keeping documentation and reports of patients observation & how to dress a wound
How to use different tools and equipment like AED including oxygen treatment for patients
Drug administration in a variety of situations, including 10 medication administration rights
How to assist patients to maintain hygiene by helping them brushing teeth, washing hands and taking baths
The Clinical Observations Skills course has been designed by experts, to create a rich and in-depth training experience for all the students who enrol on it. Enrol on the course now and get instant access to all course materials.
Enjoy the Clinical Observations Skills course materials online from any internet-enabled device and learn when it suits you. Start your learning journey with this course straight away and take a step forward in securing a better future!
Why Prefer This Course with Academy for Health & Fitness?
Opportunity to earn a certificate accredited by CPD after completing this course
Student ID card with amazing discounts - completely for FREE! (£10 postal charges will be applicable for international delivery)
Standard-aligned lesson planning
Innovative and engaging contents and activities
Assessments that measure higher-level thinking and skills
Complete the program in your own time, at your own pace
Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
*****Course Curriculum*****
Here is the curriculum breakdown of the course:
Module 01: Introduction to Clinical Observation and Clinical Carer
Clinical Observation
Importance of Clinical Observation
Health Care Team
Module 02: Legal Standards and Professional Aspects of Ethical Practice
Doctor-Patient Confidentiality or Implementation of PLRC
Ethical Principles
Responsibility and Accountability
Consent
Module 03: Patient's Condition Observation
Body Temperature
Breathing/Respiratory Rate
Observing a Peripheral Pulse by Palpation
Blood Pressure
Blood Glucose Testing
Body Mass Index
Urinalysis
Pain Assessment
Module 04: Clinical Management Observation
Documenting and Reporting
Patient Observation (Perioperative Care)
Wound Management
Module 05: Technical Clinical Method Observation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Automated External Defibrillation
Oxygenation
Module 06: Medicine and Dispensaries Observation
Who can Administer which Drugs and Under what Circumstances?
Preparation of Medication for Administration
Introduction to the Safe Drug Administration Procedure
10 Rights of Medication Administration
Administration of Controlled vs Non-Controlled Drugs
Delegation of Drug Administration
Module 07 Health Safety and Hygiene
Hygiene
Oral Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Bed Bathing Patients
Assessment Process
Once you have completed all the modules in the course, you can assess your skills and knowledge with an optional assignment. Our expert trainers will assess your assignment and give you feedback afterwards.
Showcase Your Accomplishment of New Skills: Get a Certification of Completion
The learners have to successfully complete the assessment of this course to achieve the CPD accredited certificate. Digital certificates can be ordered for only £10. The learner can purchase printed hard copies inside the UK for £29, and international students can purchase printed hard copies for £39.
CPD
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Who is this course for?
Is This Skills Right for You?
Anyone with an interest in health and nursing will find our course absolutely perfect. You can learn many aspects of caring for patients by enrolling in this course. It's ideal for
Health Care Workers who work in Health Care Centers, Hospitals or the Community.
Medical professionals who work in Health Care Centers, Hospitals or the Community.
Medical Students who are preparing for their placements and practical sessions.
Requirements
There are no previous knowledge requirements for the Clinical Observations Skills program; this is open to anyone! Any learning enthusiast from anywhere in the world can enrol on this course without any hesitation.
All students must have a passion for learning and literacy, as well as being over the age of 16.
Browse this 100% online course from any internet device, including your computer, tablet or smartphone. Study at your own pace and earn an industry Skillset with this Clinical Observations Skills course.
Career path
If you have a passion for caring for people's health or already working in clinical sectors then this course is ideal for you. Enhance your skills to explore opportunities like:
Nurse
Clinical Carer/Staff
Healthcare Assistant
Caregiver
Social Worker
Pharmacist
And many more!