Course Overview

Course-Aim
Catheterisation can play an important role in care but it is also the most common cause for health care acquired infection. This 2 hour course looks at how to maximise the benefits and minimise the problems.

Course-Content

• Understand the urinary tract
• Reasons for using an indwelling catheter
• Examine the pros and cons of intermittent catheterisation
• Understand catheter problems and when to call for medical assistance
• State what records need to be maintained for effective catheter care management
• Benefits of accurate fluid balance charts
• Understand the emotional, social & sexual consequences of catheterisation

Course-Duration

Online: The timing and duration is flexible to your requirement.
In-house: This course is run over a period of 2 hours. Minimum of 8 delegates required.

Course-Certification
A certificate of attendance is awarded on successful completion of Catheter Care awareness.