Minor Injuries and Wound Care

his course provides a comprehensive overview of minor injuries and wound care, equipping you with the skills to assess, treat and manage a wide range of patient presentations in urgent and primary care settings. Key learning areas include:

• Mechanism of Injury – Understanding how forces affect injury type and severity
• Wound Assessment and Closure – Techniques including dressings, tissue adhesives, suturing, and staple application
• Minor Wounds and Burns – Classification, treatment, and the principles of wound healing and infection control
• Upper Limb Injuries – Assessment and management of conditions including shoulder dislocations, sprains, and fractures
• Lower Limb Injuries – Managing common presentations such as ankle sprains, knee injuries, and foot trauma
• Fracture Assessment – Identifying and managing suspected fractures, including appropriate immobilisation
• X-Ray Referrals – Indications and decision-making for requesting imaging in minor injury cases
• Minor Head, Neck and Facial Injuries – Assessment of lacerations, swelling, and red flag symptoms requiring escalation
• Ophthalmic and ENT Conditions – Identifying and managing common eye, ear, nose and throat complaints
• Finger & Nail Trauma – Including trephining techniques for subungual haematomas and appropriate dressing application
• Spinal Injury Red Flags – Overview of cervical, thoracic and lumbar considerations for safe early assessment
• Communication and Documentation – Accurately recording assessments and escalating when required

This content is delivered through a blend of theory, peer-to-peer practice, and high-impact simulation to give learners the confidence to apply their skills immediately in clinical practice.