Od-038945 Pressure Injury Prevention and Management course for CNAs and PCTs.
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Type
On Demand
Credit
No
Description
This course is designed to provide education to CNAs and PCTs on pressure injury risk, prevention strategies ... show more
This course is designed to provide education to CNAs and PCTs on pressure injury risk, prevention strategies, basic treatment strategies used under guidance of the RN/LPN, and documentation. This activity engages the learner in these concepts and encourages application through case studies and a post-activity knowledge assessment.
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- Demonstrate when escalation to the RN/LPN is required to address wound care needs.
- Identify patients at risk for skin breakdown and pressure injuries using the Braden Scale completed by the RN/LPN.
- Summarize pressure injury prevention interventions suitable for each Braden Scale subcategory.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Stephan Riddle
Organization
MedStar Health System and Shared Services