Clinical Skills and Training

Deteriorating Patient - Recognising and Responding to Acutely Unwell Individuals

The Deteriorating Patient - Recognising and Responding to Acutely Unwell Individuals course is designed for healthcare professionals in the UK, aimed at enhancing the ability to recognize and respond effectively to signs of acute deterioration in patients.

This vital skill set is critical for improving patient outcomes and preventing potentially life-threatening situations. Through this course, participants will engage with the latest evidence-based practices and UK healthcare guidelines, focusing on early recognition of deterioration signs, accurate assessment, and prompt, appropriate intervention.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • 01

    Understand the key indicators of patient deterioration and the physiological basis behind them.

  • 02

    Develop skills in the use of assessment tools and techniques to identify signs of deterioration.

  • 03

    Learn to initiate appropriate and timely interventions for acutely unwell patients.

  • 04

    Communicate effectively with the healthcare team to ensure a coordinated response to deterioration.

  • 05

    Apply the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols in the management of deteriorating patients.

Course Contents

  • Introduction to Patient Deterioration
  • Recognising the Deteriorating Patient
  • Comprehensive Assessment Skills
  • Clinical Judgement and Decision Making
  • Sepsis Recognition and Management
  • Immediate Management of the Deteriorating Patient
  • Communication and Teamwork
  • Managing Deterioration in Care Home Residents
  • Professional, Legal, and Ethical Issues
  • Recognising and Responding to Maternal Deterioration
  • Human Factors & Deterioration
  • Recognising Delirium as a Sign of Deterioration

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You will learn to recognize early signs of patient deterioration, assess acutely unwell individuals accurately, and respond effectively according to UK healthcare standards.

This course is designed in compliance with the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols, ensuring you are trained in current best practices.

The course is delivered online through an interactive Learning Management System, featuring video lectures, presentations, case studies, and interactive sessions. Participants will have access to expert guidance and support throughout their learning journey.

Nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals who may encounter acutely unwell patients will benefit from this course. It contributes to professional development by enhancing your clinical assessment and intervention skills, crucial for patient safety and quality of care in urgent and acute situations.

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