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An Understanding of Urinary Catheterisation and Catheter Care
Course Overview:
The "An Understanding of Urinary Catheterisation and Catheter Care" course is designed to provide healthcare professionals and care and support workers with comprehensive knowledge about urinary catheterisation and the essential skills required for proper catheter care. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the indications for catheterisation, different types of urinary catheters, the procedure of catheter insertion, and best practices for maintaining catheter hygiene to prevent complications.
Course Duration:
1 day (6 hours)
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
List the benefits and risks of urinary catheters (male, female, and suprapubic)
Outline the relevant anatomy and physiology
Discuss how to minimise the risk of infection
Summarise the professional, legal, policy and ethical issues relevant to urinary catheterisation
Describe the specifics of aseptic no touch technique
Outline male and female urinary catheter insertion / replacement and the suprapubic catheter replacement procedure
Explain post catheterisation care and troubleshooting for urinary catheters
Outline care planning and recording requirements
Practice urinary catheter insertion / replacement (male, female, suprapubic) in simulation
Course Assessment:
Participants' understanding and skills will be evaluated through:
Quizzes and assignments to test theoretical knowledge.
Practical assessments of catheter insertion and care techniques.
Participation in case study discussions and scenario-based exercises.
A final assessment covering all course topics.
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.