The aim of this course is to provide a good understanding of the basic management and care of pressure ulcers. Learners will discover what defines a pressure ulcer, what causes them and how they are categorised. 

This course will also look at the possible ways in which to treat a category I pressure ulcer and advise learners on the importance of repositioning techniques.

Pressure Ulcer Prevention

SKU: CSEC177

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116 minutes
By the end of this module, you will be able to:

State when and why pressure ulcers can occur

Describe the category scheme for pressure ulcers and the implications of that scheme

Describe the types of individual most vulnerable to pressure ulcers

Identify the factors that can increase an individual's vulnerability

List the possible consequences of failing to treat a pressure ulcer effectively at the earliest opportunity

Describe the various means of preventing the development of pressure ulcers

Describe the most effective means of treating a pressure ulcer as soon as it is identified

Pressure Ulcer Prevention

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