Pressure Area Care2022-10-06T15:10:25+01:00

Pressure Area Care Online Training Course

Pressure Area Care Online Training Course

pressure area care training course

Level:
Level 2.

Accreditation:
This course is CPD certified.

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Course Aims

This eLearning course aims to introduce you to the topic of pressure area care in Health and Social Care.

It begins by describing the anatomy and physiology of the skin as it relates to pressure areas. The course then describes what pressure areas are, what a pressure sore is and informs the learner about the different pressure sites of the body. The course then explains the factors that might put an individual at risk of skin breakdown and pressure sores.

In the next stage, the learner will be introduced to a range of interventions that can reduce the risk of skin breakdown and pressure sores, and the aids and equipment that can be used to relieve pressure.

In the final stage, the course outlines the different legislation and national guidance affecting pressure area care describes ways of working and explains the importance of team working in relation to pressure area care.

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Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:

  • Recall the anatomy and physiology of the skin in relation to pressure area care.

  • Identify good practice in relation to own role when undertaking pressure area care.

  • Outline the use of materials and equipment when undertaking pressure area care.

  • Know why you must follow the agreed care plan.

  • Identify legislation and guidance relevant to pressure area care.

  • Know how to prepare to undertake pressure area care.

  • Know how to undertake pressure area care.

  • Know what to report in relation to pressure area care.

Course Syllabus Includes

  • Anatomy and physiology of the skin

  • Functions of the skin

  • Ageing of the skin

  • Warning signs of skin breakdown

  • How a pressure sore develops

  • Grades of pressure sores

  • Common pressure sites

  • Factors that increase the risk

  • Friction and shearing

  • Assessment tools

  • How to avoid pressure sores

  • Maintaining healthy skin

  • Recording and reporting

  • Pressure relieving equipment

  • Legislation and national guidelines

  • Pressure sore treatment

  • Pressure care management

  • Following care plans

  • Infection control

  • Team working

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Are online courses accredited?2019-06-19T14:35:26+01:00

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How much do courses cost?2019-06-19T14:40:15+01:00

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How are courses going to be delivered?2019-06-19T14:40:04+01:00

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Are courses certified?2019-06-19T14:40:29+01:00

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How long do courses take to complete?2019-06-19T14:40:23+01:00

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