Continence & Catheter Care

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About the course

The Continence & Catheter Care course provides essential training for healthcare professionals involved in managing patients with catheters. This course is designed to ensure that participants understand the physiological reasons for catheterisation, are aware of the associated risks, and are equipped with the skills necessary to provide effective catheter care. Through this training, you will gain knowledge on best practices for infection control, urine sampling, and proper record-keeping to enhance patient safety and comfort.

What will you learn

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The following key areas will be covered throughout the course, offering participants a deep understanding of catheter use, associated risks, and best practices for care and documentation.

Participants will learn the fundamental reasons for catheter insertion and the physiological processes that require it. You will gain an understanding of when catheterisation is necessary, and the different types of catheters used.

This module covers the potential complications that can arise from long-term catheter use, such as infections, blockages, and bladder trauma. Participants will learn to recognize early signs of these risks and implement preventive measures.

Learn the correct techniques for maintaining catheter hygiene, including infection control, hand hygiene, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This section emphasizes practical techniques for handling and maintaining catheters safely to avoid complications.

Understand the protocols for collecting urine samples from catheters, including urinalysis stick testing and laboratory sampling. You will be guided on how to ensure contamination-free collection and how to accurately interpret results.

This section focuses on the importance of accurate record-keeping in catheter care. Participants will learn how to document procedures, observations, and patient outcomes in detail to ensure continuity of care.

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Who is this course for?

This course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients requiring catheterisation, including nurses, caregivers, and support workers in hospitals, care homes, and community settings.

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Our bespoke courses are crafted for your team’s specific needs and delivered on-site, right at your workplace!

Enjoy the convenience of customised training that’s directly relevant to your industry, while fostering teamwork and saving costs by training multiple employees at once.

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