Bowel Care
This in-depth course looks at the very important anatomy and
physiology of the bowel. It covers infection prevention and control as well as the provision of bowel care interventions including the use of micro enemas. Most
importantly, we also cover proper hydration and nutrition for client outcomes
and best practices of self-care for our clients.
Some of the competencies achieved during class are:
- NDIS Code of Conduct, Practice Standards and High Intensity Skill Descriptors
- Develop knowledge of the gastrointestinal system anatomy and physiology including the mouth, swallowing, oesophagus, gastric centre, small intestine, colon, rectum and the anus
- Understand basic dysfunction of the bowel
- Medications for bowel dysfunction
- Develop an understanding of how to assist clients with everyday nutrition, hydration and activity to promote healthy bowel function
- Acquire knowledge and develop skills in the administration of bowel medication
- Identify when issues may occur with bowel care
- Infection prevention and control
- Identify various methods of investigations for bowel dysfunctions including Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, Gut Transit Studies, Barium Meal, Barium Enema and Proctoscopy
- The role of infection prevention and control including hand hygiene and the use of appropriate PPE
- Scope of Practice, Competency and Escalation Protocols
- Insertion of a micro-enema
Length of Course: 3 Hours
*Cost: $950
To book: Contact our Training Coordinator at admin@yourlearningportal.com.au to organise group based client specific classes
Prior to booking, please ensure you have read our Terms and Conditions.
*2024 Fee
schedule: This cost includes a face-to-face training session for up to 10
staff, held at either our City or Hills premises.
Includes practical and theory components onsite. For more information on the Fee Schedule, please contact the Training Coordinator