AIMS
To be able to recognise when someone’s clinical status is deteriorating
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will
- Know what is meant by deterioration
- Understand some causes of deterioration
- Recognise some signs of deterioration
- Know what vital signs to assess
- Understand the importance of assessing and managing pain
- Know that some people may have made decisions about their care in advance
- Understand the importance of documentation
- Know your role and responsibilities
- Know when to escalate concerns relating to a person’s health
- Understand effective communication techniques
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Deterioration
- What is Deterioration?
- Causes of Deterioration
- Signs of Deterioration
Documentation, Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Documentation
- Responsibilities and accountabilities
- Escalation
Assessing Health
- Vital Signs to Assess
- Completing Basic Observations
- ABCDE
- Assessing and Managing Pain
- MUST
- NEWS2
- Waterlow Scores
Effective Communication
- Communication
- Questions and Worries in Serious Illness
- Listening skills
- Other Communication Skills
Advance Care Planning
- Advance Statements
- DNACPR Orders
- Advance Decisions
- Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)
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