Wound healing after C-sections - Free Online Midwifery CPD Course
Wound Healing after Casearean Section
This module is rated as 4.4 out of 5
In the UK, Caesarean section (CS) deliveries increased from 19.7% of births in 2000 to 26.2% in 2015.1 Figures for 2019, show that around 30% of births were undertaken by CS in England.2 Some are planned (elective) while others are performed as an emergency following complications in pregnancy or labour.3 Whatever the reason, health professionals should offer women consistent evidence-based advice about CS wound healing, the risk of surgical site infection (SSI) and what can be done to avoid them.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After studying this module you should:
Gain confidence in advising women about wound healing following a Caesarean section
Understand why some women are at greater risk of surgical site infections
Know which wound dressings can be considered
NEXT STEPS
- Read the clinical review
- Complete the online assessment
- Receive CPD certificate
This learning module can be used towards CPD for revalidation with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
