PRP Course for Nurses

Lesson 1 • Growth Factors in Platelet Granules

Identifies key growth factors released upon platelet activation. Links specific factors to tissue repair and regeneration outcomes.

Lesson 2 • Defining PRP and Concentration Ratios

Defines PRP by platelet concentration relative to baseline whole blood. Clarifies why concentration thresholds determine clinical efficacy.

Lesson 3 • Mechanisms of Tissue Healing

Explains the three phases of wound healing and PRP's role in each. Connects growth factor activity to accelerated repair timelines.

Lesson 1 • Informed Consent Process

Outlines the legal and ethical requirements for valid PRP consent. Nurses will communicate risks, benefits, and alternatives clearly to patients.

Lesson 2 • Physical Examination Techniques

Guides targeted physical assessment of the treatment area and systemic status. Findings directly inform injection site selection and volume planning.

Lesson 3 • Absolute and Relative Contraindications

Distinguishes conditions that prohibit PRP from those requiring modified protocols. Enables nurses to make safe, evidence-based candidacy decisions.

Lesson 4 • Medical History Intake for PRP

Structures a targeted history review focused on haematologic and pharmacologic factors. Ensures no critical contraindication is missed before treatment.

Lesson 1 • Aseptic Technique During Collection

Applies standard and enhanced aseptic practices to the blood draw procedure. Contamination at collection stage invalidates the entire PRP preparation.

Lesson 2 • PRP-Specific Collection Tubes

Explains anticoagulant tube types and their effect on platelet viability. Tube selection directly impacts growth factor concentration in the final product.

Lesson 3 • Venepuncture Site Selection

Reviews optimal vein selection criteria for PRP blood draws. Correct site choice minimises haemolysis and maximises yield volume.

Lesson 1 • Platelet Activation Methods

Reviews calcium chloride, thrombin, and mechanical activation approaches. Activation timing and method affect growth factor release profiles.

Lesson 2 • Plasma Layer Separation Technique

Teaches precise pipetting and layer identification after centrifugation. Accurate separation prevents red blood cell contamination of the PRP fraction.

Lesson 3 • Centrifuge Equipment and Calibration

Covers centrifuge types, rotor configurations, and calibration requirements. Proper setup is prerequisite to reproducible PRP separation results.

Lesson 4 • Quality Verification of PRP Product

Establishes point-of-care checks to confirm PRP meets therapeutic standards. Nurses will document product quality and reject substandard preparations.

Lesson 1 • Skin Preparation and Antisepsis

Details antiseptic agent selection and application technique for injection sites. Inadequate skin prep is a primary cause of post-injection infection.

Lesson 2 • Sterile Field Preparation and Maintenance

Establishes procedures for creating and preserving a sterile workspace. Field integrity must be maintained from preparation through injection completion.

Lesson 3 • Waste Disposal and Decontamination

Covers regulated medical waste segregation and equipment decontamination steps. Compliance with waste standards protects staff and the broader environment.

Lesson 1 • Aspiration, Fanning, and Depot Techniques

Teaches advanced delivery methods for distributing PRP within target tissue. Technique choice is guided by tissue type and volume to be delivered.

Lesson 2 • Musculoskeletal Injection Anatomy

Maps key anatomical landmarks for joint, tendon, and muscle PRP injections. Accurate landmark identification prevents neurovascular injury.

Lesson 3 • Injection Fundamentals and Equipment

Reviews needle gauges, syringe volumes, and injection angle principles. Equipment selection is matched to tissue depth and treatment area.

Lesson 4 • Pain Management During Injection

Presents topical, local, and procedural pain reduction strategies. Effective pain management improves patient compliance and treatment outcomes.

Lesson 1 • Immediate Post-Injection Assessment

Defines the observation period and vital sign monitoring after PRP injection. Early detection of vasovagal or allergic responses requires systematic assessment.

Lesson 2 • Expected Reactions vs. Complications

Differentiates normal post-PRP inflammation from pathological responses. Clear criteria prevent both under-treatment and unnecessary patient alarm.

Lesson 3 • Follow-Up Scheduling and Outcome Tracking

Establishes follow-up visit intervals and validated outcome measurement tools. Systematic tracking enables evidence-based decisions about repeat treatments.

Lesson 4 • Managing Adverse Events and Escalation

Prepares nurses to respond to infection, nerve injury, and systemic reactions. Escalation pathways ensure timely physician involvement when needed.

Lesson 1 • Hair Restoration Protocols

Covers androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata PRP treatment plans. Scalp injection technique and session frequency differ from other applications.

Lesson 2 • Emerging and Off-Label Applications

Surveys investigational PRP uses in sexual wellness and dental contexts. Nurses will apply critical appraisal skills to evaluate emerging evidence.

Lesson 3 • Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Applications

Reviews evidence for PRP in tendinopathy, osteoarthritis, and ligament repair. Preparation and injection protocols are adjusted for each musculoskeletal condition.

Lesson 4 • Wound Healing and Scar Revision

Applies PRP to chronic wounds, surgical scars, and stretch marks. Preparation parameters favour higher leukocyte content for wound healing indications.