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Course reference: 00503
Course title: Tissue Viability: Induction Day
Target audience: New starters must attend day 1 and 2 as part of their induction but all other staff can attend the relevant sessions required. Training includes Braden Competency training and Compression bandage training as the last sessions, staff who do not apply compression can leave at this point. Please contact the Tissue Viability if you require more information regarding the content.
Course Description: Overview of PUP and Wound assessment, Braden competencies, Compression bandaging competencies (only for staff who will bandage, other staff do not have attend the final session of this day) Day1 - Pressure ulcer pathophysiology and prevention with aSSKINg; Braden competency; Pressure ulcer category competency; Wound assessment; Compression bandaging competency Day 2 - Principles of ANTT; Cavity packing guidance; Dressings formulary; TNPWT competency; Introduction to lower limb ulceration; Compression bandage competency
Course Details/Information:
Course costs: Free to CityCare staff
Course administrator: Workforce Development   email: ncp.workforce.development@nhs.net
Workplace training: Unfortunately we are unable to offer this training in your workplace
Statutory requirement: Essential Course - No Update Required