Basic Observations Online Training Course

Basic Observations Training Course

This Basic Observations training course is especially suitable for registered nurses, healthcare assistants and anyone working in the health and social care sector. This e-learning care course will enable care workers to confidently and competently take, record and report clinical observations.

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The online Basic Clinical Observations course aims to help care workers increase their skills and knowledge by teaching them how to spot normal and abnormal clinical observations/vital signs, perform a range of clinical observations including temperature, blood pressure and respiration rate, and how to accurately document and report the findings.

On successful completion, learners will be able to download, save or print their CPD accredited Basic Observations certificate. This can be used to provide evidence for compliance and audit.

Duration Dependent on delivery method, this Basic Observations training course takes between 1-2 hours to complete and gain your certificate. 

Entry & Level There are no barriers to entry on this online Basic Observations training course. This is an awareness course, suitable for all.

Certification On completion of this Basic Observations training online course, either download your certificate or access it later online.

Accreditations This online Basic Observations course is CPD accredited and delivered by a Skills for Care Endorsed Provider. It meets accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines. 

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Basic Observations training course learning outcomes

On completion of this online Basic Observations training course, learners should know and understand the following: 

Vital signs
Learn about the normal and abnormal vital signs and clinical observations
Perform a range of clinical observations
Perform a range of clinical observations including:
- blood pressure
- heart rate
- temperature
- oxygen saturation levels
- respiratory rate
Neurological observations
Understand and learn about neurological observations
Urinalysis
Learn about urinalysis and how to obtain samples
Axillary, oral, tympanic temperature
Understand Axillary, oral and tympanic temperature
Blood glucose levels
Know how to monitor and test blood glucose levels
Handwashing
Learn the correct hand hygiene and handwashing techniques
Record keeping, consent and confidentiality
Record keeping, consent and confidentiality will also be discussed

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What are basic observations?

Basic observations are measurements and markers of physiological observations (also known as clinical observations, patient observations and vital signs) that help medical, nursing and other clinical staff to closely monitor patients.

The basic observations are:

Temperature
Respirations
Blood Pressure
Pulse/heart rate
Oxygen saturation

Our Basic Observation training course will teach you all about these and more. Get in touch to find out more!

Why is Basic Observation training important?

Basic Observation training is important because nurses and healthcare assistants spend a lot of time with patients and should have the correct knowledge and skills to observe patients, monitor how they're progressing and spot any problems early. Being able to spot any vital signs means any appropriate interventions can be commenced to stop the patient from becoming worse.

Our online Basic Observations course will teach your care staff the necessary skills and knowledge they need.

Who should take Basic Observation training?

Registered nurses, healthcare assistants, social care support workers, medical & clinical locums and anyone working in the health and social care sector should take this Basic Observations training course.

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Our Basic Observations course is easily accessible online through e-learning, allowing your staff to study anytime, anywhere, 24/7. This makes it the perfect option for care staff with challenging shift patterns. Additionally, you will receive exceptional customer support from our dedicated account manager and support team.

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• Study anywhere you want on any device 

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