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CPD: The Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of Adult Asthma
CPD: The Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of Adult Asthma
Sessions
Diagnosis
9am, Wednesday 23 October 2024
Part 1
- e-learning, 1.5-2hrs
- to be completed between 23 October-6 November 2024
Topics covered
- setting the scene: asthma in the UK
- structure and function of a normal respiratory system
- asthma on the inside: the pathophysiological changes that occur in asthma
- asthma on the outside: clinical signs and symptoms
- the importance of history taking and the relevance of objective tests
- assessing the probability of asthma
- making a diagnosis in line with current guidance
Part 2
- live webinar, 6 November 2024, 9:30-10:30am
- case study based discussion to consolidate learning
- question and answer
Asthma management: treatment
9am, Wednesday 6 November 2024
Part 1
- e-learning, 1.5-2hrs
- to be completed between 6 November-20 November 2024
Topics covered
- the aim of asthma management
- The pharmacology of asthma:
- inhaled corticosteroids
- inhaled bronchodilators
- leukotriene receptor antagonists
- current guidance on the management of asthma
- stepping up and stepping down treatment
- sssessment and management of acute asthma
Part 2
- live webinar, 20 November 2024, 9:30-10:30am
- case study based discussion to consolidate learning
- question and answer
Providing an effective asthma review: managing asthma challenges
9am, Wednesday 20 November 2024
Part 1
- e-learning, 1.5-2hrs
- to be completed between 20 November - 4 December 2024
Topics covered
- inhaler technique and tailoring the device to the patient
- overcoming non-adherence
- recognising and addressing short acting beta₂ agonist (SABA) overuse
- identifying co-morbidities that can negatively impact asthma
- reducing hospital admissions: providing supported self-management
Part 2
- live webinar: 4 December 2024, 9:30-10:30am
- case study based discussion to consolidate learning
- question and answer
Post module self-assessment
10.30am, Wednesday 4 December 2024
- thirty minute self-assessment
- quiz hosted in Google Classroom
- full feedback given on marking