Arthritis Awareness and Care

This half-day Arthritis Awareness and Care course is suitable for nurses and carers.

Course Length. 3.5 hours

Introduction

This half day course gives learners the knowledge to help them to safely and effectively assist with, or administer, medication in a care or support setting. If delivered in-house, the course can be tailored to include the policies, procedures and protocols specific to an individual organisation.

Course Contents

Defining arthritis
Common features and symptoms
Bone and joint function
Types of arthritis
Risk factors
Complications
Treatments and therapies
Medications and diet
Effective exercise techniques
Ranges of motion
Flexibility and stretching
Using assistive equipment
Pain management
Practical care and support

Course Outcomes

Your staff will be equipped with all the relevant knowledge and an understanding of Arthritis along with how to care for those living with the condition.

Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a CPD accredited certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.