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Urinalysis Online Training Module

Cost: £6.00

Welcome to our Urinalysis online Training. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion. The course duration is approximately 1 hour and will earn you 1 CPD point. You have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish this training.

This module covers various topics related to Urinalysis online training module:


1. Introduction to Urinalysis:
• Importance and purpose of urinalysis in healthcare
• Overview of the urinary system and urine production

2. Urine Sample Collection:
• Proper techniques for collecting a urine sample
• Different types of urine collection methods (e.g., clean catch, midstream)
• Handling and storage of urine samples

3. Urine Analysis Techniques:
• Overview of different urine analysis methods (e.g., dipstick, microscopy)
• Interpretation of various urine test results (e.g., pH, specific gravity, glucose, protein)

4. Common Urinary Conditions and their Indicators:
• Identification of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and their diagnostic markers
• Detection and interpretation of kidney diseases (e.g., nephritis, renal failure)
• Recognizing signs of urinary system abnormalities (e.g., kidney stones, bladder cancer)

5. Quality Control and Troubleshooting:
• Importance of quality control in urinalysis
• Recognizing common errors and troubleshooting techniques
• Interpreting discrepancies in test results

6. Reporting and Documentation:
• Guidelines for accurately documenting and reporting urinalysis findings
• Understanding the significance of abnormal results
• Communicating results effectively with healthcare professionals and patients

7. Infection Control and Safety:
• Adhering to infection control protocols during urine sample collection and analysis
• Proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements

8. Professional Considerations:
• Legal and ethical aspects related to urinalysis in the UK
• Privacy and confidentiality considerations
• Continuing professional development opportunities in urinalysis



The learning outcomes are:

1. Understand the importance of urinalysis in healthcare and its role in patient diagnosis and monitoring.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the urinary system, including urine production, composition, and normal variations.
3. Apply proper techniques for urine sample collection, including different methods and considerations for specific patient populations.
4. Perform urine analysis using various methods, such as dipstick testing and microscopy, and interpret the results accurately.
5. Identify common urinary conditions and their indicators through urinalysis, including urinary tract infections, kidney diseases, and abnormalities.
6. Implement quality control measures in urinalysis to ensure accurate and reliable results.
7. Troubleshoot common errors and discrepancies in urinalysis test results.
8. Effectively communicate and document urinalysis findings, including reporting abnormal results to healthcare professionals and patients.
9. Adhere to infection control protocols and safety measures during urine sample collection and analysis.

We hope you find this module informative and beneficial for your professional development in Urinalysis online training module.

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly at 0208 3266 704 or email contact@trainhealthcare.com.
Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

Nursing and Midwife Council's (CPD Points).

Requirements:
It is necessary to complete 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points) of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.
Of these 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points), a minimum of 20 hours (20 Nursing CPD Points), should be dedicated to participatory learning, which involves engaging in activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.