Preoperative Assessment Foundation - Online Course

Introduction

A very warm welcome to the Foundation Preoperative Assessment course. The aim of this course is to provide Registered Practitioners the building blocks for safe and evidenced-based practice in Preoperative Assessment. This course has two distinct but interrelated and interdependent elements. The first been the online learning resources that are to follow and secondly, a competency framework that needs to be completed in clinical practice. Both elements have a clear focus on high quality and safe clinical practice and are based on relevant evidence based clinical policies, guidelines and best practice.

The course content uses a variety of teaching methods to ensure that the lessons are interesting and relevant to clinical practice. You will find unique expert video presentations and relevant key resources. These learning material are essential in meeting the learning outcomes and for completing the competence framework.

At the end of the online element of the course you will be asked to complete a quiz and an evaluation form. A certificate of completion will then be forwarded to you. You will then need to complete the competency framework with the support of a competent mentor/supervisor or colleagues within clinical practice. You are encourage to include both the certificate, learning outcomes and the completed competency framework within your professional portfolio and your work based appraisal process as evidence of your continuing professional development.

The course is equivalent to a minimum of 14 hours online CPD plus hours to complete competencies in practice.

Watch our preview presentation below to find out how if all works!

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Learning Outcomes

Understanding of models & types of Preoperative Assessment.
The importance of the specialised knowledge and skill-set required.
An understanding how lifestyle can affect health and outcomes from anaesthesia & surgery. Understands the role of primary care with regard to the public health agenda.
Gain up-to-date knowledge in Medicines Management and applying this in practice.
Be able to take an objective Preoperative Assessment history.
Assessing baseline observations and taking the appropriate action if required.
Gain knowledge and skills in performing a Neck & Airway Assessment.
Learn how to calculate a STOPBANG score and therefore manage patients with possible Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.
Be able to apply National Guidance (if available) & the evolving evidence-base to the requesting of Preoperative Investigations.
Have the ability to assess basic haematology and biochemistry results.
Effectively "triage" ECGs by applying a check-list so that any gross abnormalities can be addressed by the medical team prior to admission.

"Excellent course with a focus on foundation topics to assist the novice and consolidate the knowledge of an experienced nurse within Pre-Operative Assessment. The online course provided a wide range of material. The module based course allowed the learner to complete the course at their own pace and at a time that is convenient. I really enjoyed the learning experience."

Helen, Preoperative Nurse

If you need more information about this course? - please contact us we will be very pleased to help.

Thank you

Lee & Andy