Level 5 (20 credits) Tissue Viability - Single module
- Part-time study available
- NHS Funding and bursaries available
- Duration :
Level 5 single module (part-time one semester intake September)
3 good reasons for studying Tissue Viability at Salford:
- Describe the physiological mechanisms in relation to the relevant systems which underpin the maintenance of skin integrity
- Delivered by staff who are subject experts in their field
- Learn about the advancements in professional tissue viability.
This course can be studied as a single module for continuing professional development or as part of the BSc (Hons) Enhancing Professional Health Care Practice. The aim of this module is to develop your understanding of professional practice surrounding tissue viability.
This module explores:
- Anatomy and physiology of the skin
- Wound bed preparation
- History of wound healing
- Restoring wound bed bacterial balance
- Wound aetiology
- Dressings choice and decision-making process
- Pressure reduction versus pressure relief
- Product selection
- Political and social influences of wound care management
- Professional, legal and ethical issues of wound care
- Interdisciplinary wound management
- Risk assessment tools