Gastroenteritis Course
This course provides comprehensive training on managing acute gastroenteritis in adults, covering rapid dehydration assessment, fluid and electrolyte therapy selection, infection control protocols, prioritization of nursing interventions, and discharge planning. Participants will learn to quickly identify risks, implement safe rehydration, prevent outbreaks, alleviate symptoms like nausea and pain, and educate patients for optimal home recovery, ultimately enhancing clinical outcomes and staff safety in diverse care settings.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This focused course equips you with essential skills to evaluate acute gastroenteritis and dehydration in adults, select appropriate IV or oral rehydration therapies, and identify electrolyte imbalances. Gain expertise in targeted physical exams, patient monitoring techniques, infection prevention measures, symptom management strategies, individualized care plans, and effective discharge education to enable swift responses, complication avoidance, and promotion of safe recovery across various healthcare environments.
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Develop skills
- Rapidly assess dehydration levels, severity indicators, and high-risk factors in adults.
- Select and adjust IV or oral fluid therapies for safe and effective rehydration.
- Master infection control using PPE, isolation protocols, and hygiene to prevent spread.
- Effectively manage gastroenteritis symptoms including nausea, pain, falls, and confusion.
- Deliver clear discharge instructions on home hydration, care, and follow-up requirements.
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