Compression and Lower Limb Management

9am – 4pm Pre-learning** Online learning short modules – Lower limb management/chronic oedema 2 sessions – have to complete prior to attending. Digital invite with link.

*Delegate MUST have a sponsor for clinical competencies – Sponsor to contacted for confirmation*

SESSION 1 – Set the scene (1.5hr)

Introduction, Guest Data (Burden of Wounds) and Betty’s Story Self Care Best Practice and National Wound Care Strategy Programme Pathways within the formulary Myths & Truths Red Flags Pre - Doppler A&P, CVI, Signs & Symptoms Achieving 20mmHg Case study pre learning

SESSION 2 – Building on session 1, Full holistic assessment (2.5hr-3hr) Overview of A&P Holistic Assessment including full lower limb assessment Classification VLU, PAD, Differential diagnosis ABPI – Huntleigh Theory

Refreshment break

Compression theory and standards. – later on

Compression garments including Self-care donning and doffing - Consideration of compression – after assessment Leg Ulcer kits, wraps instead of bandages - Venus 4 study Gold standard compression - Therapeutic compression Difference between round knit and flat knit. Case studies and Q&A

SESSION 3 – Interim Therapy

Chronic oedema/Exudate management Skin care basics Signpost as per pathway in the formulary

Huntleigh Practical 1 hr Lunch break – stands - checklist

SESSION 4 – Practical Workstations Short presentation on compression options, include generic formulary TL options for hosiery kits/wraps (specialist medi), bandaging where fits in. Donning aid guidance – Demonstration. Give out numbers Then into Practical stations L&R wraps and hosiery kits Medi hosiery kits Actico Urgo bandaging Case study post learning Survey monkey

SESSION 5 – Close of day/discussion around maintenance

CHROSS Checker Future care

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