Urinary Tract Infection: Awareness

This 3-hour training session will be conducted by a highly experienced Clinical Nurse Educator who possesses first hand knowledge of the topic.

Suitable For:
This content is aimed at all healthcare staff looking to gain an understanding of the subject or enhance their knowledge and skills.

Session Aim:
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health issue that can have serious consequences if left untreated. UTIs can lead to complications in the kidneys, bladder, and urethra, causing pain and discomfort for patients.

This training session aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to identify the signs and symptoms of UTIs through a combination of theory-based learning, lived experiences, and case studies. Additionally, participants will learn about holistic prevention measures, various treatments and medications available, and understand when and how to escalate to specialised services if needed. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with the necessary skills to confidently manage UTIs and provide appropriate care to their patients.

Learning Outcomes:

• What is a UTI, how this type of infection presents itself and what it does to the body.
• Rapid identification techniques.
• Risks and other associated medical conditions.
• Holistic Prevention – what other factors impact this infection such as dehydration and hygiene.
• Psychological considerations.
• Treatments and Medications.
• Practical* demonstration workshops of testing strips and result evaluation.
• UTI’s in patients with a urinary catheter and methods of testing.
• Escalation processes and specialised services, e.g. red flags for referral to urology.
• Case Study discussions including examples from practice.