Oral Suctioning and Nebuliser Training

This Oral Suctioning and Nebuliser training is essential for anyone working with patients/clients where suctioning is a requirement and a suction machine is available.

Learning Outcomes

After attending this course delegates will be able to demonstrate an improved understanding of the needs for Oral Suctioning and Nebuliser Training as well as confidence in their ability to safely use a suction machine.

Course Content

• Possible risks of suctioning
• Procedure including infection prevention and control.
• Who might require suction
• Why suction
• When to suction – noticing changes in residents
• Where to suction – sites and equipment
• What is suction
• Oxygen transport and usage
• Hypoxia causes and management
• High and low concentration oxygen
• Equipment 
• Nebulisers and their efficacy
• Dynamic lung volume measurements
• Nebuliser medication
• Oropharyngeal suction
• Types of secretion
• Procedures and associated risks
• Practical session
  

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  Course Assessment and Certification

There will be continuous tutor assessment, there is no final examination for this course.

Those students who complete the course and are deemed to have reached the required standard will be awarded a certificate of attendance which is valid for 2 years.

1. Who should sign up for this training course on oral suctioning and nebulisers?

This training is very important for people who work with patients or clients who may need oral suctioning and have access to a suction machine. This includes people who live in care homes, assisted living, and the community.

2. What will I learn in the training for the nebuliser and suction?

You’ll learn when and where to suction, why it’s necessary, how to tell if someone might need suctioning, and how to use the tools safely. We also talk about nebulisers, how they function, the medicines that are used with them, and how to keep oxygen levels stable. There is also a session where you can practise.

3. At the end of this course, is there a test or exam?

There won’t be a written test. Instead, your instructor will check in with you throughout the session to make sure you feel confident and capable.

4. What kinds of tools will I learn how to use?

You will learn how to securely utilise suction machines, nebulisers, and other similar tools. This includes learning about oropharyngeal suction, how to use oxygen, and how to tell the difference between different types of secretions.

5. Will I get a certificate after I’m done with the training?

Yes, if you go to the course and meet the requirements, you will get a certificate of attendance that is good for two years.

This course is often booked with the following courses:

• Oxygen Therapy Training
• Safe Handling and Administration of Medication Level 1 & 2

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