Learning Aims and Outcomes
Course Title: Wound Care
Course length – 5-6 hours
Maximum number to attend - 12
This course is primarily aimed at Registered Nurses but can be attended by all staff.
This Wound Care course will look at different types of wounds and increase knowledge of the healing process and management of wounds and wound dressings. There is also the opportunity to review aseptic non touch technique as well as practice the procedure.
Learning Outcome |
Assessment Criteria |
Introduction - Wounds
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· Define and understand different types of wounds · Anatomy and physiology of the skin |
Wound Healing
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· Understand:
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Methods of Wound Assessment
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· Discuss wound bed preparation
· Understand factors which could affect wound healing · Understand the different dressing groups |
Wound Management
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· Discuss achieving a well vascularized wound bed · Identify methods of debridement of devitalized tissue · Understand the impact of:
· Principles of wound cleansing |
Wound Dressing
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· Understand the principles of dressing a wound · Wound assessment and recording tools · Equipment required · Procedure and aftercare |
Aseptic Non-Touch Procedure
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· Review of aseptic procedure including practical session |
Scenarios
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· Look at selection of individual dressings · Questions and answers |
At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.
This course can be tailored to the bespoke needs of the customer. Please speak to a member of the sales team for further details.
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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.