Learning Aims and Outcomes
Course Title: Pressure Area Care
Course length – 3 hours
Maximum number to attend - 15
This course is aimed at all staff in health and social care.
At the end of the training session, there is a short written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees
Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
Introduction - The Skin
| · Understand: o Structure of the skin o Functions of the skin
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Pressure Ulcers
| · Discuss: o What is a pressure ulcer? o Classification of pressure ulcers o Who is at risk? o Differentiate between pressure, shear and friction forces o Preventative and pressure relieving aids
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Risk Assessment
| · Identify and understand the different Risk Assessment tools available · Undertake a skin assessment · Documentation
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Do you bring equipment?
We bring all required equipment with us
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How long do certificates last
Please See the Individual courses, on how long certificates last
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Do your trainers come to us?
Our Trainers can provide training at your venue. Or you can come to our fully equipped training rooms.