Tracheostomy Awareness Training Course

Course Description This Suction Training course is designed to teach and train healthcare professionals how to properly and competently use this equipment in all aspects of care.The Oral Suction training course is designed for registered nurses, healthcare professionals, and support workers working in areas where suctioning and the use of a nebuliser are required. On completion of this online Suction training course, the learner will be able to identify what suctioning is, identify the different types of suctioning, identify the purpose of suctioning, be familiar with the equipment that can be used during suctioning and recognise changes that may occur with a patient. Learners will also be aware of how to position a patient during suctioning, be familiar with the practical procedure and know the importance of infection control during suctioning.

Learning Outcomes: On completion of this Suction online training course, learners should know and understand the following: What is suctioning- Identify what suctioning is, the different types and the purpose of suctioningEquipment- Be familiar with the equipment that can be used during suctioning, including a nebuliser machineChanges in the patient- Learn and be able to recognise changes that may occur with a patient during suctioning Positioning of the patient- Be aware of how to position a patient during suctioningPractical procedure- Be familiar with the practical procedure of suctioningGaining consent- Be able to learn and discuss different ways of gaining consentWhat to document- Learn what to document during the process of suctioningPossible risks- Learn and identify the possible risks of suctioningImportance of infection control- Learn the importance of infection control during suctioningCourse OutlineThe aim of this Suction Training Course is to greater increase your knowledge of suctioning and how to use a nebuliser.The key points covered in this course are: What is suctioning Equipment Changes in the patient Positioning of the patient Practical procedure Gaining consent What to document Possible risks Importance of infection control Duration:This course takes between 1-2 hours to complete and gain your certificate.Entry and Level:There are no barriers to entry on this training online course. This is an awareness course, suitable for all.Certification:On completion of this online course, either download your certificate or access it at a later date online. Accreditation:This course is CPD accredited and delivered by a Skills for Care endorsed provider.

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