Tissue Viability with Pressure Area Care

Description

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