Course detail
Urinary Tract Infections – Recognition and Prevention
This theory-based course helps carers, registered nurses and other adult social care staff recognise possible urinary tract infection (UTI), reduce avoidable risks, communicate concerns and support appropriate clinical assessment in England. It covers person-centred hydration and continence support, older adults, catheters, antibiotic stewardship, deterioration, safeguarding and accurate documentation in care homes, domiciliary care and supported living.
Topics
25
Duration
1.5h
Quiz pass mark
100%
Course structure
Learning path
Topics are completed in order before the final assessment unlocks.
Course description
1. What a UTI is
2. Urinary tract anatomy and routes of infection
3. Lower UTI symptoms
4. Upper UTI, sepsis and red flags
5. Asymptomatic bacteriuria
6. Older adults and diagnostic uncertainty
7. Confusion, delirium and alternative causes
8. Who may be at increased risk
9. Hydration and person-centred prevention
10. Continence, toileting and skin care
11. Infection prevention and personal hygiene
12. Catheter-associated urinary infection
13. Catheter safety and delegated tasks
14. Urine samples and dipstick limitations
15. Clinical assessment and treatment
16. Antibiotics and antimicrobial resistance
17. Consent, capacity and dignity
18. CQC and legal responsibilities
19. Care homes and shared care systems
20. Domiciliary care and lone working
21. Supported living and independence
22. Escalation, handover and records
23. Practical scenarios
24. Course summary
Final quiz
Final step20 questions and 100% required to pass and receive the certificate.
