The Catheterisation Training Course is designed for healthcare professionals who require training in the insertion, management, and care of urinary catheters. This comprehensive course covers the techniques for catheterisation in male and female patients, as well as suprapubic catheterisation. Participants will gain essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to perform catheterisation procedures safely and effectively, understand the indications and contraindications for each type of catheter, and manage potential complications.
 
Course Content:
 
Introduction to Catheterisation: Overview of the purpose and importance of urinary catheterisation, including indications for catheter use, potential benefits, and risks associated with the procedure.
Anatomy and Physiology: Detailed review of the anatomy and physiology of the urinary tract, including the differences between male and female anatomy and the specific considerations for suprapubic catheterisation.
Types of Catheters: Understanding different types of urinary catheters, including indwelling (Foley) catheters, intermittent catheters, and suprapubic catheters, and their appropriate use in various clinical situations.
Catheterisation Techniques:
Male Catheterisation: Step-by-step guidance on the technique for catheterising male patients, including site preparation, catheter insertion, and securement.
Female Catheterisation: Instruction on the technique for catheterising female patients, including anatomical considerations, insertion techniques, and management of catheterisation.
Suprapubic Catheterisation: Detailed procedure for suprapubic catheter insertion, including patient preparation, aseptic technique, and post-procedure care.
Complications and Troubleshooting: Identification and management of common complications related to catheterisation, such as infection, obstruction, and trauma, and strategies for troubleshooting and resolving issues.
Catheter Care and Maintenance: Best practices for the care and maintenance of urinary catheters, including monitoring for signs of infection, ensuring catheter patency, and guidelines for catheter removal and replacement.
Documentation and Communication: Importance of accurate documentation and effective communication regarding catheterisation procedures, including recording insertion details, patient responses, and any complications encountered.
Practical Skills and Scenario Training: Hands-on practice with catheterisation techniques for male, female, and suprapubic catheterisation, including simulations and case studies to reinforce skills and apply knowledge in realistic settings.
 
Learning Outcomes: By the end of the Catheterisation Training Course, participants will be able to:
 
Understand Catheterisation Principles: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the purpose, benefits, and risks associated with urinary catheterisation, and the indications for each type of catheter.
Identify Anatomy and Physiology: Recognise the anatomical differences between male and female urinary tracts and understand the specific considerations for suprapubic catheterisation.
Perform Male Catheterisation: Accurately perform catheterisation in male patients, including site preparation, insertion, and securement of the catheter.
Perform Female Catheterisation: Effectively perform catheterisation in female patients, including anatomical considerations, insertion techniques, and management of the catheter.
Perform Suprapubic Catheterisation: Execute the technique for suprapubic catheter insertion, including patient preparation, aseptic technique, and post-procedure care.
Manage Complications: Identify and manage common complications associated with catheterisation, including infection, obstruction, and trauma, and apply strategies for troubleshooting and resolving issues.
Care for and Maintain Catheters: Implement best practices for the care and maintenance of urinary catheters, including monitoring for signs of infection, ensuring catheter patency, and following guidelines for removal and replacement.
Document and Communicate Effectively: Accurately document catheterisation procedures and communicate effectively regarding patient care, including recording insertion details and addressing any complications encountered.
Apply Skills in Practical Scenarios: Reinforce and apply knowledge through hands-on practice and simulated scenarios, demonstrating competence in performing catheterisation procedures for male, female, and suprapubic patients.
 
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to perform catheterisation procedures competently and safely. They will receive certification, reflecting their proficiency in catheterisation techniques and their ability to provide high-quality patient care.