Catheter Care
Practical catheter care training for support workers, covering catheter management, documentation, potential complications, and waste management protocols.
Course Overview
This course gives disability and aged care support workers the knowledge and practical skills to support clients with urinary catheters. Participants learn catheter anatomy, management plans, care procedures, complication recognition, waste management, and the duty of care that governs this high-care task.
Topics Covered
- Participant responsibilities in catheter support
- Definition and anatomy of urinary catheters
- Urinary catheter management plans
- Record keeping and documentation
- Catheter care procedures
- Potential complications and when to escalate
- Waste management protocols
- Duty of care obligations
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the anatomy of the urinary system and catheter types
- Perform catheter care in accordance with the client's management plan
- Identify potential complications such as infection, blockage, or leakage
- Follow correct waste management protocols
- Document catheter care accurately and report concerns to the clinical team
Who Is This Course For?
New and existing disability and aged care support workers who support clients with indwelling or external urinary catheters.
Assessment
Verbal questioning and practical assessment.
Ready to Book This Training?
We deliver this course at your workplace across metro and regional NSW, or via Zoom. Contact us to discuss dates, group sizes, and pricing.