Wound Care: Skin Tears Pressure Injuries This course is appropriate for

This course is appropriate for all Care and Clinical staff

To equip participants with the knowledge and skills to contribute to a mentally healthy

Care and Clinical Managers

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Wound Care: Skin Tears Pressure Injuries This course is appropriate forCourse Description: Explore why older people are more at risk of skin tears and how to reduce this risk. Learn how to assess and dress a skin tear and how to provide follow up care. Learning Outcomes: After completing this course, participants should be able to: Define a skin tear Identify why older people are at risk of skin tears Outline strategies that can help minimise the risk of skin tears Recognise the key steps in the management of a skin tear