Pressure ulcer prevention and management
About this course
Our Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management course delivers the required knowledge and tactical skills you need to dramatically improve service user outcomes. Our knowledgeable instructors will provide the latest research and evidence-based guidance equipping you to prevent, identify, stage, treat, and monitor ulcers with clinical accuracy.
Course summary
You will learn to:
- Develop an overview of pressure ulcers, including what they are, where and why they occur.
- Identify the warning signs and risks associated with pressure ulcers.
- Understand the assessment process and grading of a pressure ulcer.
- Understand multiple measures to help prevent pressure ulcers.
- Know the importance of healthy nutrition in preventing and managing pressure ulcers.
- Understand the role of different health care professionals and support available.