Pressure Care and Moisture Lesion Awareness

– Learn about the skin and three layers.

– Understand the oxygen and blood flow.

– Know what a pressure ulcer is and how it develops.

– Learn the common pressure points

– Understand the signs and symptoms and the pressure ulcer grading.

– Identify those who are high risk of developing pressure ulcers.

– Know what a moisture lesion is and the difference between pressure ulcers and moisture lesions.

– Learn ways to prevent, treat and reduce the development of pressure ulcers.

– Understand the properties of different dressings and their functions