Bild Certified PMVA Training
Great News! Our PMVA Training course is now Bild-ACT Certified and meets the Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) Training Standards.
Skin Integrity- Pressure Sores/Ulcers
Course Description
This Skin Integrity – Pressure Sores/Ulcers online training equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills to prevent, assess, and manage pressure sores (ulcers). The module explores causes, risk factors, staging, treatment options, and collaborative approaches to care, while highlighting the importance of patient safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Course Summary
Duration: ~1 hour
Format: Online, self-paced
Certification: Certificate of Completion
CPD Points: 1 CPD point
Access: 6 months from purchase
Aligned with UK healthcare standards, this course integrates evidence-based practices and national guidelines for pressure sore prevention and management.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for:
Nurses and midwives
Healthcare assistants and support workers
Allied health professionals (physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists)
Social care staff involved in patient care
Students in healthcare training programmes
Care home and community care staff
Course Contents
Introduction to Pressure Sores
Definition and classification
Risk factors and causes
Anatomy and physiology of skin
Prevention of Pressure Sores
Identifying at-risk individuals
Assessment tools and scales
Positioning and repositioning techniques
Skin care, hygiene, and nutrition
Use of pressure-relieving devices
Assessment and Staging
Early detection and clinical assessment
Staging based on UK NPUAP guidelines
Documentation and communication
Management of Pressure Sores
Wound care principles and dressing choices
Infection prevention and control
Pain management and debridement
Advanced therapies and surgical interventions
Collaborative Care and Support
Multidisciplinary care approaches
Family and patient involvement
Psychological support and palliative care
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Quality Improvement and Best Practices
National and international guidelines
Reporting and learning from incidents
Course Outcomes
By completing this course, learners will be able to:
Understand the impact of pressure sores on patient wellbeing and quality of life.
Apply prevention strategies such as repositioning and use of support equipment.
Identify the components of optimal wound care, including advanced therapies.
Recognise the role of nutrition in pressure sore prevention and healing.
Manage pain effectively in patients with pressure sores.
Use evidence-based guidelines (e.g., NPUAP) for assessment and treatment.
Educate patients and caregivers to promote shared responsibility in care.
Access resources, advocacy organisations, and support networks for ongoing care.
Understand the roles of social workers and case managers in patient support.
Make informed, patient-centred decisions in managing pressure sores.
Frameworks & Standards
This course aligns with:
NPUAP/EPUAP Pressure Ulcer Classification System
NICE Guidelines (CG179: Pressure ulcers: prevention and management)
NHS England Pressure Ulcer Core Curriculum
NMC Code of Conduct (2018)
CQC Fundamental Standards of Care
NMC CPD Requirements: 35 hours of CPD every 3 years, including at least 20 participatory
