PRESSURE AREA CARE
Course Number
SC0107
Validity
1 Year
Duration
1/2 Day
Assessment
Continuous
Pressure ulcers occur when a localised area of skin and underlying tissue becomes damaged due to pressure, friction, or shear. Most sores can be prevented. Attending delegates will gain a thorough understanding of the subject to help them minimise opportunity for ulcer formation and optimise any required treatment for the persons in their care.
Suitable for:
Care
80-95% of pressure sores are avoidable. 700,000 people are affected annually. (N.H.S)
Introduction
- Introduction and course overview
Course Programme
- Anatomy & skin function
- Pressure ulcers defined
- Those at risk
- How ulcers form
- Prevention incl. nutrition
- Recognising development
- Treatment methods
- Equipment
- Course evaluation
