Oska Mattresses: Intro to Pressure Care & Selecting The Support Surface

Course Overview:

This training course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to effectively assess your clients pressure care risks and select the optimal support surface to meet their individual needs. Through a combination of theory and practical learning, you will gain valuable insights into pressure injury prevention, risk assessment, and surface selection.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for healthcare professionals, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses, aged care workers, and anyone involved in ensuring patient comfort and preventing pressure injuries.

Course Duration:

2 hours - part 1

2 hours - part 2

Tickets :

Part 1 = $15

Part 2 = $15

Part 1&2 = $30

Course Structure:

Part 1: Clinical Training: Pressure Care (2 hours)

· Overview of Pressure Care: Gain a fundamental understanding of pressure injuries, their impact on patient well-being, and the importance of preventive measures.

· Pressure Injury Risk Assessment: Learn to accurately assess your clients' risk factors for developing pressure injuries using validated tools and techniques.

· Interactive Case Studies: Practice staging pressure Injuries and using pressure injury risk assessment tools.

· Pressure Care Principles: Explore evidence-based practices for preventing and managing pressure injuries, including repositioning, pressure redistribution, and moisture management.

· Q&A: Address any questions or clarifications regarding the clinical aspects of pressure care.

Part 2: Practical Training: Choosing the Right Support Surface/Mattress (2 hours)

· Comparing Support Surfaces: Delve into the different types of support surfaces available, understanding their characteristics, benefits, and limitations.

· Case Studies and Practice using the Mattress Selector Tool: Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios through interactive case studies and our Mattress Selector Tool to choose the most suitable support surface for various client needs.

· Product and Features that aid in Pressure Care: Discover how Oska mattresses incorporate innovative features and technologies specifically designed to promote pressure redistribution, minimise shear, and enhance patient comfort.

· Q&A: Ask questions and gain insights into selecting the right Oska mattress for optimal pressure care management.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

· Define pressure injuries and their potential complications.

· Understand the tools available for pressure injury risk assessments.

· Perform comprehensive skin assessments and stage pressure injuries correctly.

· Apply evidence-based pressure care principles in your practice.

· Compare and contrast different types of support surfaces.

· Utilise the Mattress Selector Tool to choose the right mattress for individual client needs.

· Identify mattress features that contribute to effective pressure care.