This advanced course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely manage urinary catheters, prevent complications, and deliver high standards of catheter care in clinical and community settings.
Develop an advanced understanding of the indications, contraindications, and clinical decision-making involved in urinary catheterisation.
Learn evidence-based techniques for safe catheter insertion, including maintaining strict aseptic and infection control practices.
Gain in-depth knowledge of different types of urinary catheters (e.g., indwelling, intermittent, suprapubic) and their appropriate clinical applications.
Understand best practices in catheter maintenance and ongoing care, including hygiene procedures, drainage management, and monitoring.
Identify and manage common complications such as catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs), blockages, leakage, and trauma.
Explore strategies for preventing catheter-related infections and promoting patient safety.
Strengthen skills in patient education and involvement, supporting dignity, comfort, and independence in catheter care.
Develop competence in accurate documentation, monitoring, and reporting in line with clinical governance and infection prevention standards.
This course is designed for healthcare professionals including nurses, healthcare assistants, and caregivers who are responsible for advanced catheter care, monitoring, and management within healthcare, community, and residential care environments.
Duration: ½ Day
Mode: In-person training only
Assessment: Practical demonstrations and written assessment
Participants will receive an Advanced Catheter Care and Management Certificate upon successful completion of the course.
The certification is valid for 2 years.
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