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AN 18 Undertake treatments and dressings of lesions and wounds
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1. Understand safety measures specific to undertaking treatments and dressings of lesions and wounds
- 1.1 Summarise the current legislation, national guidelines, policies, protocols and good practice guidelines which inform undertaking treatments and dressings of lesions and wounds
- 1.2 Explain the importance of maintaining compliance with health and safety guidance at all times
- 1.3 Explain the importance of using aseptic techniques which follow local guidelines and procedures
- 1.4 Explain the importance of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
- 1.5 Explain the importance of working within own sphere of competence in relation to undertaking treatments and dressings of lesions and wounds
2. Understand wound infection and healing
- 2.1 Define asepsis, antisepsis and cross-infection
- 2.2 Describe the aspects of the anatomy and physiology of the skin which inform the application of dressings
- 2.3 Explain the process of wound healing and identify factors which promote and delay the process
- 2.4 Outline sources and consequences of wound contamination and measures to avoid and deal with these
3. Understand the rationale for carrying out procedures when treating wounds/lesions
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- 3.2 Explain the importance of following procedures outlined in the care plan
4. Be able to prepare to treat and dress lesions and wounds
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- 4.1 Identify own responsibilities and accountability with regard to legislation, policies and procedures while caring for lesions/wounds
- 4.2 Confirm the individual’s identity and gain valid consent to carry out the procedure
- 4.3 Provide information, support and reassurance to address the individual’s needs and concerns
- 4.4 Confirm all equipment and materials to be used are fit for purpose as outlined in the care plan
- 4.5 Maintain the sterility of dressings prior to and during application.
5. Be able to carry out treatments and dressings to lesions/wounds
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- 5.1 Apply standard precautions for infection control
- 5.2 Implement health and safety measures relevant to the procedure and environment
- 5.3 Scrutinise the lesion/wound for any change in appearance
- 5.4 Explain the importance of referring any changes in the wound/lesion or adverse reactions which are outside own competence to the practitioner
- 5.5 Carry out treatments as outlined in the care plan
- 5.6 Observe the individual for adverse reactions while carrying out treatment in accordance with the care plan
- 5.7 Apply/attach dressings in line with the care plan
- 5.8 Deal with hazardous waste
6. Be able to record and report outcomes of the activities
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- 6.1 Record outcomes of the activity in line with national/local policy
- 6.2 Report the outcomes of the activity to a member of the care team in line with national/local policy
