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The Principles of Wound Healing and Managing Small Procedures in General Practice course consists of four comprehensive units, each building on key procedural knowledge for general practitioners.

Unit 1: Introduction, Theoretical and Practical Concepts
This unit introduces wound healing principles and patient preparation for clinical procedures. It covers crucial aspects like informed consent, postoperative care, and patient education on conditions such as haemorrhoids and ingrown toenails. Practical skills in administering local anaesthesia are also discussed, emphasising safe, pain-free methods.

Unit 2: Skin Anatomy, Tension Lines, and Wound Healing
Unit 2 delves into the anatomical structure of the skin, including layers, tension lines, and blood supply. Detailed explanations of wound healing stages—primary, secondary, and delayed closure—are provided, alongside factors that affect healing like ischemia, contamination, and patient health. The unit concludes with methods to minimise complications and optimise healing outcomes.

Unit 3: Aseptic Techniques and Local Anaesthetics
This unit focuses on infection control and the effective use of local anaesthetics. Participants will learn aseptic techniques critical for office procedures and how to administer anaesthetics safely and efficiently. The unit also highlights the types of anaesthetics, their dosages, and potential complications, with practical tips on how to minimise pain and achieve optimal patient comfort.

Unit 4: Safety, Equipment, and Complications
The final unit covers essential equipment used in minor procedures, highlighting best practices for their safe usage. It also addresses potential complications such as infection, bleeding, and wound breakdown, offering strategies for prevention and management. Practical advice on patient aftercare and proper follow-up ensures participants are well-equipped to handle real-world procedural challenges.

This course is evidence-based, regularly updated, and includes interactive case discussions and assessments, ensuring participants gain both confidence and competence in managing small procedures.

Learning Outcomes

1. Outline the principles of wound healing and management
2. Judge the safe use of local anaesthesia and outline potential complications
3. Determine and plan the treatment of warts, skin lesions, haematomas and anorectal conditions in a simulated setting
4. Evaluate the importance of complete patient assessment, diagnosis, informed consent, local anaesthetics, equipment, consumables, step by step procedural instructions, post-operative care, dressings and management of complications. 

Details

Cost: $195

Suitable for: All degree qualified medical practitioners.

Study mode: 100% online

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