Measuring Observations

This 3 hour training course will be delivered by a Clinical Nurse Educator with first hand clinical experience.

Suitable For:
This content is suitable for all healthcare staff involved in caring for patients/residents looking to enhance their knowledge and skills or review current practice.

Session Aim:
The aim of this course is to provide healthcare staff with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of nursing observations and the role they play in patient care. This course will cover understanding of the NEWS2 system, a vital tool in monitoring patients' clinical deterioration and early recognition of potential life-threatening conditions.

Additionally, the course will cover various measurement techniques, such as measuring body temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and pulse oximetry. The course will also discuss the Glasgow Coma Score, which is a crucial tool in assessing a patient's level of consciousness.

Participants will gain knowledge and understanding of various assessment tools. Understanding of fluid balance and dehydration is also an important aspect of this course, as it plays a crucial role in patient care and helps healthcare professionals in making informed decisions.

Learning Outcomes:

• Why nursing observations are crucial in your setting.
• Understanding of NEWS2.
• How to measure body temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration and pulse oximetry.
• Understanding of the Glasgow Coma Score for assessing consciousness.
• Knowledge and understanding of assessment tools including Pressure Ulcer Risk.
• Assessment (Waterlow) and MUST (Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool).
• Understanding of fluid balance and dehydration.