Training in IPTB Assessment and Compression of the Lower Limbs

Curso de Formação

Ano Letivo 2024/2025

Course Overview

Scientific evidence indicates compression therapy as a cost-effective measure in the treatment of venous ulcers of the lower limbs, increasing the healing rate in a shorter time and the person's quality of life. The creation of this course aims to contribute to the development of technical-scientific skills in terms of Differential Diagnosis and treatment of Leg Ulcers, taking into account the most recent scientific evidence and training in the evaluation of the Ankle-Arm Pressure Index (APTB) and application techniques of different types of compression bandages: Short traction, long traction and multilayer systems.
Organic Unit: S. João de Deus School of Nursing
Duration: 2 Weeks/2 ECTS credits (2 required in curricular units)
Language: Portuguese
Regime: B-learning
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Course for  Nursing Graduates and  Master's Degree in Medicine

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Contact Information

Director: Isaura Serra [iserra@uevora.pt]

Academic Manager: Raquel Maria Pitadas de Matos
Academic Services (online): SAC.ONLINE