Course Content: The functions and structure of the skin and how it is made up What is ‘tissue viability’? What is a pressure ulcer? Pressure ulcer grading Risk areas for pressure ulcers What causes pressure ulcers to develop? (intrinsic and extrinsic factors) What are the signs to look and feel for? Tissue viability assessment tools […]

Catheter and Stoma Care for non-clinical staff ie care homes, domiciliary care and personal assistants. This is a clinical care awareness course Course Outline Anatomy of the bladder/urethra and reasons for catheterisation Demonstration and practice of catheter care using male and female manikins Troubleshooting problems Discussion regarding urinary tract infections signs and symptoms Anatomy of […]