Spinal Injury Awareness Training
Our Spinal Injury Awareness Training course provides nurses, healthcare assistants, carers and other healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to understand and safely support people with spinal cord injuries.
The course explores spinal anatomy, different types of spinal injury and the potential complications associated with spinal cord damage, with a focus on safe, effective and person-centred care.
This course covers:
Understanding normal spinal anatomy and function
Different types of spinal cord injury
The effects and potential complications of spinal cord injury
Autonomic dysreflexia and the importance of prompt intervention
Bladder management, catheterisation and catheter care
Bowel management following spinal cord injury
Key care considerations when supporting a person with spinal injury