Course Description
Explore why older people are more at risk of skin tears and how to reduce this risk. Learn how to assess and dress a skin tear and how to provide follow-up care.
Learning Outcomes
– Define a skin tear
– Identify why older people are at risk of skin tears
– Outline strategies that can help minimise the risk of skin tears
– Recognise the key steps in the management of a skin tear
Course Code:
R-160420-NZCourse Availability:
Available NowTopics:
Skin IntegrityLibrary:
Residential CareCollection:
Care & Clinical