Level 3 Tissue Viability

This course is tailored for the benefit of Nurses and Care workers and is provided by a qualified nurse and experienced trainer. The course transfers knowledge through classroom based learning, short exercises, group work and discussions.

The main topics of this course are:

• Principles of care for people at risk and with existing pressure ulcers
• Structure and functions of the skin
• Factors that may contribute to tissue breakdown
• Risk assessment
• Observation and care of the skin
• Preventing and management techniques
• Grading of skin damage
• Phases of wound healing and fundamental wound management
• Infection control