Foundation Education
It is highly recommended that all staff who support individuals who use incontinence aids undertake online learning modules through the ONTEX ACADEMY
Once registered, staff can access a variety of short online modules.
There are a variety of modules for specific work areas, including dementia and learning disabilities.
On completion of modules, certificates can be downloaded for evidence of Continuous Professional Learning
Monthly Online Education
Ontex also have monthly online learning opportunities ran by a nurse specialist who can answer any questions. Details below:
Further Education:
In addition The Bladder and Bowel Nursing Team offer a variety of education for staff working in Care homes and Care at Home/Community services on the following topics :
Dates and Booking instructions can be found below
Adult Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction for Health and Social Care staff
Intended Learning Outcomes:
- Recall the basic anatomy of the urinary and digestive systems.
- Describe how bladder and bowel health can be promoted.
- Understand their role in assessing bladder and bowel dysfunction
- Know the common causes of bladder/bowel dysfunction (including incontinence).
- Identify how to select suitable absorbent body worn pads.
- Understand how to fit body worn pads correctly.
- Describe how to apply a sheath.
- Identify how to care for an indwelling urinary catheter.
- Understand limitations of role and processes to report to registered nurse.
Adult Bowel Dysfunction for Registered Nurses & B4 Assistant Practitioners
Intended Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the large bowel.
- Identify types of bowel dysfunction.
- Describe treatment and/or management options as appropriate.
- Discuss digital rectal examination, digital remove of faecal, digital rectal stimulation, bowel irrigation and legal issues.
- Be aware of products to help and manage bowel dysfunction if appropriate.
- Understand onward referrals process.
Adult Bladder Dysfunction for Registered Nurses
Intended Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system.
- Understand the emotional and social impact of bladder dysfunction.
- Identify types of bladder dysfunction and reasons for further investigations.
- Understand the process of assessing bladder dysfunction.
- Describe treatment options in relation to the different types of bladder dysfunction.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the ability to plan appropriate care and implement interventions
Calendar of Education Opportunities from Bladder and Bowel Nursing Team:
How to book a delegate onto a bladder and bowel training session:
Please send an email to loth.bbntraining@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk with the following information.
- Course name and date,
- Delegate name,
- Job title (registered nurse, Care Practitioner, Social Care worker etc),
- Care home details including an email address, contact telephone number and name of care home manager.
Additional Learning Opportunities:
Catheterisation training for Registered Nurses
Is provided through the Clinical Education Team:
Further information
For information on Bladder and Bowel Health, related services, referral processes and Care Home assessment tools please see the following webpages.
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