Anticoagulants Awareness and Procedures Residential and Domiciliary Care
Anticoagulants Awareness and Procedures Residential and Domiciliary Care - Health and Social Care Training Resources
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Presentation in sections you can choose which sections to use. Aims and Objectives included if you want to use the presentation as it has been written. Comes with a 12 Page Handout and a multiple choice end of session assessment.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of Anticoagulants in healthcare.
- Identify common types of Anticoagulants and their mechanisms of action.
- Recognise signs and symptoms of bleeding and clotting risks associated with Anticoagulant use.
- Proper monitoring and documentation procedures for residents/clients on Anticoagulant therapy.
- Strategies for safe administration and management of Anticoagulants and emergencies related to Anticoagulants in domiciliary and residential care settings.
Presentation (55 slides)
Aims and Objectives
Introduction
SECTION - Importance of Anticoagulants
Prevention of Blood Clots and Treatment of Existing Blood Clots
Cardiovascular Conditions and Prevention of Stroke
Post-Surgical and Post-Medical Procedure Care and Management of Thromboembolic Disorders
Individualised Treatment and Improving Quality of Life
End Comments
SECTION - Types of Anticoagulants
Warfarin
Apixaban
Rivaroxaban
Common Considerations for Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs - Apixaban, Rivaroxaban)
End Comments
SECTION - Indications for Anticoagulant Therapy
Anticoagulant Treatment
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Pulmonary Embolism (PE) and Mechanical Heart Valves
Ischaemic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) and Stroke Prevention in High-Risk Individuals
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis and Certain Autoimmune Disorders
SECTION - Risks and Complications
Understanding and Managing Riks and Complications
Bleeding Risks
Signs and Symptoms of Bleeding
Clotting Risks
Signs and Symptoms to Monitor
Preventive Measures and Management
Emergency Response
End Comments
SECTION - Administration and Safety
Introduction
Safe Administration Practices
Resident/Client Education and Involvement
SECTION - Emergency Response Plan
Introduction
Steps in Case of Bleeding or Clotting Emergencies
SECTION - Summary of Key Points
Key Points
References and Further Reading
Word Documents
12 Page Handout
End of Session Assessment
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