Understanding topical antimicrobials in wound care

An on-line workshop - can count for up to 2 hours of participatory learning for NMC Revalidation.

Dates 

1 x 2 hour session

  • Virtual – 16th July, 2024 – 14.00-16.00
  • Virtual – 5th November, 2024 – 14.00-16.00
  • Virtual – 28th January, 2025 – 09.30-11.30

Format

Virtual on-line using MS-Teams

Course fees

NHS £40 ex VAT (£48 inc VAT) per person
Private £50 ex VAT (£60 inc VAT) per person

Who should attend?

Practitioners such as Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and Nursing Associates registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and Health Care Assistants.

Learning objectives

  • Be familiar with the terminology used when talking about wound infection
  • Recognise the risks for developing wound infection
  • Be familiar with the signs and symptoms of wound infection including biofilms and when investigations are required
  • Examine the appropriate use of wound dermal bed swabbing (indications and technique) and tissue sampling
  • Recognise when antimicrobial treatment is indicated and on balance the importance of guardianship
  • Be familiar with the topical antimicrobial options and their mode of action.
  • Recognise the steps required to reduce the risk of wound infection, and sepsis prevention

Questions?

For any queries about the training sessions please contact The Academy Team on education@acceleratecic.com

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