Understanding and Managing Prolapse in Care Settings

Understanding and Managing Prolapse in Care Settings

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Presentations, Learning Activities and Handouts.

Target Audience: Healthcare staff working in elderly care, domiciliary care, or clinical settings

Learning Objectives:
- Define prolapse and understand its types.
- Identify risk factors and symptoms associated with prolapse.
- Gain knowledge on the impact of prolapse on patients' quality of life.
- Learn preventive measures and appropriate interventions.
- Understand care strategies for patients with prolapse, including
   communication and comfort techniques.

Session 1: Introduction to Prolapse
Objective: Provide a comprehensive understanding of what prolapse is and
its different types.
Activity: Group discussion on common prolapse cases seen in care settings
and their implications.

Presentation
Aims and Objectives
Introduction to Prolapse
Prevalence
Pelvic Organs​ (Pictorial)
Common Symptoms​
Types of Prolapse​
Risk Factors for Prolapse​
Symptoms of Prolapse​
Learning Activity​ - Group Discussion on Common Prolapse Cases and Their Implications​
End of Session
References and Further Reading

Word Documents for this session:
What is Prolapse (Handout)
Learning Activity

Session 2: Causes and Prevention
Objective: Discuss the causes and how to minimise the risk of prolapse in
care settings.
Activity: Practical demonstration of pelvic floor exercises. Handout with
diagrams and step-by-step instructions.

Presentation
Aims and Objectives
Introduction Causes and Prevention
Primary Causes of Prolapse
Pelvic Floor Muscles (Pictorial)
Primary Causes Chronic Conditions
Preventative Measures
Who Can Perform Pelvic Floor Exercises?​
Contraindications​
Understanding Your Pelvic Floor​
Do's of Pelvic Floor Exercises​
Don'ts of Pelvic Floor Exercises ​
Pelvic Floor Exercises​
Learning Activity​ - Practical Demonstration of Pelvic Floor Exercises​
End of Session​
References and Further Reading

Word Documents for this session:
Causes and Prevention of Prolapse (Handout)
Learning Activity
Step by Sep Guide to Pelvic Floor Exercises
Diagrams (Handout)

Session 3: Management and Care Strategies
Objective: Equip staff with the skills and knowledge needed to provide proper
care and support for patients with prolapse.
Activity: Scenario-based role play, where participants practice caring for
patients experiencing prolapse symptoms.

Presentation
Aims and Objectives
Introduction to Management and Care Strategies
Non Surgical Options
Pessaries (Pictorial)
Non Surgical Options
Surgical Options
Role of Healthcare Staff in Post-Surgical Care​
Patient Comfort and Care – Personal Care Needs​
Communication​
Managing Discomfort and Anxiety​
Daily Care Considerations​
Using Appropriate Aids​
Learning Activity - Scenario Based Role Play
End of Session
References and Further Reading

Word documents for this session:
Communication Techniques (Handout)
Daily Care Considerations (Handout)
Management and Care Strategies (Handout)
Learning Activity
Learning Activity Feedback Form

Session 4: Practical Care in Real-life Scenarios
Objective: Apply knowledge in real-world scenarios to reinforce learning and
boost confidence in care.
Learning Activity based on:
Case Study 1: An elderly woman with a mild uterine prolapse –
strategies for maintaining comfort and dignity
Case Study 2: Post-surgical care for a patient with rectocele
Case Study 3: Managing a patient with multiple types of prolapse
Interactive Group Discussion:
Best practices for documentation and reporting
Understanding when to escalate care to medical professionals
Mental health considerations for patients with chronic prolapse
Activity: Each group presents solutions for their case study, followed by
feedback and discussion.

Presentation
Aims and Objectives
Practical Care in Real-life Scenarios
Case Study 1
Learning Activity - Goals of Care​, Strategies for Maintaining Comfort​, Strategies for Preserving Dignity​, Best Practices for Documentation and Reporting​, When to Escalate Care to Medical Professionals​, Mental Health Considerations
Case Study 2
Learning Activity - Goals of Care​, Post Surgical Care Strategies, Patient Education, Best Practices for Documentation and Reporting​, When to Escalate Care to Medical Professionals​, Mental Health Considerations
Case Study 3
Learning Activity - Goals of Care​, Comprehensive Management Strategies, Patient Education and Support, Best Practices for Documentation and Reporting​, When to Escalate Care to Medical Professionals​, Mental Health Considerations
Conclusion Case Study 1​
Conclusion Case Study 2
Conclusion Case Study 3
End of Session
References and Further Reading

Word documents for this session:
Case Study 1 Full Handout (for after learning activity)
Case Study 2 Full Handout (for after learning activity)
Case Study 3 Full Handout (for after learning activity)
Key Points Handout
Learning Activity

Session 5: Review and Q&A
Objective: Summarise key points and provide participants with an opportunity
to clarify any doubts.
Assessment: Quiz

Presentation
Aims and Objectives
Key Takeaways​ and Review
Session 1 – Key Points​
Session 2 – Key Points
Session 3 – Key Points​​
Session 4 – Key Points​
Q and A's
References and Further Reading

Word Documents included for this session:
Learning Activity - Short Quiz
Resources for Further Learning and Support

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