National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes Course

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OVERVIEW

National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes Course Online Training Overview

This National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes online course will give an overview of the National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) and the standardisation of assessment of acute illness severity, measuring physiological parameters in patients ages 16 and above.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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What You will learn?

National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes 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
• Understand correct use of NEWS and associated clinical responses

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes free course certificate.

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 1

• NEWS2 in Community Nursing & Residential Homes – Course Introduction
• Introduction
• Use of News
• Exemptions for NEWS
• The NEWS Process
• Physiological Parameters
• Respiratory Rate
• Oxygen Saturation (SpO2)
• Systolic Blood Pressure
• Pulse
• Level of Consciousness
• Temperature

Unit 2

• NEWS Scorecard
• Recording Observations
• Supplementary Oxygen
• Calculating a Score
• Trigger Thresholds
• Clinical Response Component
• Clinical Responses
• NEWS and Sepsis
• Exceptional Circumstances

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes Course free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes 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

It is suitable for the following:

• Health Care workers including Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport services and volunteers

National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes FAQ

National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course CPD accredited?

Yes, the National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes 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.

Can I retake the National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course to improve my grade?

Yes, the National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes 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.

Can I purchase this National Early Warning Score in Community Nursing & Residential Homes course for other persons than myself?

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.