Assisting with Medical Procedures for HCA’s
M&K Update Ltd
Delivery Method: Blended Includes assisting in minor surgery and chaperone training for invasive medical procedures.
This course explores the role of Healthcare Support Workers assisting registered medical practitioners in caring for people undergoing minor medical procedures.
COURSE CONTENT
- Informed consent
- Patient advocacy/chaperoning
- Maintaining dignity
- Confidentiality
- Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT)
Infection control update Health & Safety concerns -
- Sharps injuries
- Dealing with body fluid spillages
- Use of equipment
Additional content:
- Segregation and disposal of waste materials
- Preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory
- Equipment management and disposal
- Record Keeping
- Post operative/procedure advice
AIMS / OUTCOMES
- How to maintain a safe environment
- Develop an understanding of the role as patient advocate
- Understand the importance of following Infection Control Procedures Course
Dates available on arrangement
M&K Update Ltd can also create this course for you on arrangement
at your workplace.
Inhouse training (at your location) for groups, our fees are per course and we stipulate a course maximum capacity (there is no minimum number)