Aims
The aim of the package is to help you develop:
- an understanding of the causes and the effects of pressure areas
- skills in identifying residents at risk
- provide you with information on how pressure areas are assessed by registered nurses
- knowledge and skills in observation of skin condition
- a familiarity with various preventative actions
- an understanding of various preventative aids and their uses
- a recognition of the stages of pressure ulcers
- an understanding of the communication issues around pressure area prevention.
Tips for working with online, self-paced learning resources
- Find a comfortable, quiet place to work.
- Work through each module at a steady pace — you can always come back to the module and continue from where you left off.
- Write down responses and take notes if this helps you remember information.
- Ask someone who has completed an online learning resource for hints.
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