Acute Care Course
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This course will give an overview of the National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) and the standarisation of assessment of acute illness severity in patients aged 16 and above.



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Acute care Online Training Overview
This Acute Care online course will give an overview of the National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) and the standarisation of assessment of acute illness severity in patients aged 16 and above.
Duration: 1 Hour CPD Points: 1
What You will learn?
Acute Care Course Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Understand the benefits of NEWS
- Describe the ways NEWS can be used
- Understand the six physiological parameters included with NEWS
- Understand the NEWS system, thresholds, and triggers
- Know how to accurately record and score parameters
- Describe how to perform a NEWS calculation
- Understand correct use of NEWS and associated clinical responses in an acute care setting
Lessons
Course Content
- NEWS2 in Acute Care – Course Introduction
- Use of NEWS
- Exemptions for NEWS
- The News Process
- Physiological Parameters
- Respiratory Rate
- Oxygen Saturations(SpO2)
- Systolic Blood Pressure
- Pulse
- Level of Consciousness
- Temperature
- News Scorecard
- Recording Observation
- Supplementary Oxygen
- Calculation A Score
- Trigger Thresholds
- Clinical Responses
- News and Sepsis
- Exceptional Circumstances
Who is this for?
Who is this Acute Care training course for?
This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes
- Refresher training
- Inductions
- Awareness
- Knowledge enhancement
Acute Care Training: Who Is It For?
The Acute Care Course is aimed at healthcare professionals in the UK who work in acute care settings, such as emergency departments, medical and surgical wards, ICUs, and critical care units.
This course is meant for:
- Newly qualified nurses seeking to develop their skills in acute care Nurses who wish to progress in their careers by expanding their knowledge of acute care
- Registered Nurses who currently work in acute care settings Healthcare professionals currently working in acute care but who wish to update their skills and knowledge
- Healthcare professionals who are interested in working in acute care settings in the future This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of acute care, including assessment and management of acute illness, the recognition of critically ill patients, and the delivery of safe, effective care in emergency situations.
Students will have the opportunity to develop their clinical skills through practical workshops and simulation scenarios, while also gaining a broad understanding of the scientific principles underlying acute care.
Overall, this course is ideal for healthcare professionals who are seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in acute care, to better care for patients in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
Acute Care FAQ
Acute Care Frequently Asked Questions
Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.
Yes, the Acute Care course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.
Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Acute Care course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.
Yes, the Acute Care course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes
Yes, the Acute Care course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.
We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner's course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.
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