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Skin Care

Clinical impacts and solutions

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Skin is the largest and most complicated organ in the human body. You wouldn’t ignore problems with an individual’s heart, so why would you with their skin? Good skin care practices are integral to your role and actively contribute to the improved well being of those you care for.

  • Date (DD-MM-YYYY)

    20-08-2024 to 20-08-2025

    Available on-demand until 20th August 2025

  • Cost

    From £1.79

  • Education type

    Virtual

  • CPD subtype

    On-demand

Description

About the course

This comprehensive online training resource explores everything you need to know to promote skin care and respond appropriately to skin care related problems.

Who is this course for?

A ‘must have’ for induction, refresher, management and vocational training.

What does the course cover?

  • Skin structure
  • The role of the epidermis & the dermis
  • The deep fascia & the basement membrane
  • The hypodermis
  • Dark skin structure
  • Skin functions
  • Temperature regulation
  • Age related changes
  • Changes in appearance
  • Age spots
  • Photoaging
  • Skin assessment
  • Checking skin tone
  • Losing skin integrity
  • Pressure ulcers
  • Skin tears
  • Bathing
  • Incontinence
  • Diabetes
  • Skin cancer
  • Skin disorders
  • Eczema & dermatitis
  • Skin infection
  • Fungal infections & athlete’s foot
  • Impetigo & shingles
  • Scabies & skin tags
  • Verrucas & warts
  • Keratosis
  • Skin acidity
  • Skin care products
  • Moisturising
  • Protecting the skin from moisture

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