The management of urinary catheterisation in adult patients
| Organisation | Virtual College |
| Type of resource | eLearning |
| Date accredited | 17/11/2009 |
| Accredited until | 17/11/2012 |
| Specialism | Public health |
| Title of resource | The management of urinary catheterisation in adult patients |
| Synopsis | The aim of this resource is to help prevent healthcare associated infection (HCAI) by providing good quality, up to date, and accessible training for all healthcare workers with a responsibility for catheter care. |
| Link to website | http://www.healthcareea.co.uk/management_urinary_catheterisation_adults |
| Contact name | Heather Ashley |
| Telephone number | 01943 885086 |
| Contact email | heather.ashley@healthcareea.co.uk |
Summary
This course has been developed in collaboration with NHS Bradford and Airedale. On completion, the learner will be able to understand the risks of urinary catheterisation and the indications for catheterisation. They will be able to undertake assessments for individuals requiring catheterisation, understand the legal issues surrounding the procedure, and implement infection prevention. This is an interactive and engaging course including formative assessments, complemented by an online summative assessment and certificate of completion.
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