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CPD: The Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of COPD
CPD: The Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of COPD
Sessions
Unit 1: COPD Diagnosis
9am, Monday 19 May 2025
Part 1: E-learning, 1.5-2hrs, to be completed between 19 May - 2 June
Content:
- Setting the scene: COPD in the UK and globally
- Structure and function of a normal respiratory system
- COPD on the inside: the pathophysiological changes that occur in COPD
- COPD on the outside: clinical signs and symptoms
- The importance of history taking
- Spirometry as the confirmatory test
- Making a diagnosis in line with current guidance
Part 2: Live webinar, 2 June, 2-3pm
- Case study based discussion to consolidate learning
- Q&A
Unit 2: COPD Management, Treatment
9am, Monday 2 June 2025
Part 1: E-learning, 1.5-2hrs, to be completed between 2-16 June
Content:
- The aim of COPD management
- The pharmacology of COPD:
- Bronchodilators (SABAs, LABAs & LAMAs)
- Inhaled corticosteroids in combination with LABA (ICS/LABA)
- Triple therapy (ICS/LABA/LAMA)
- Mucolytics
- Current guidance on the management of COPD
- The indications for ICS and de-escalation of ICS where appropriate
- Assessment and management of exacerbation
Part 2: Live webinar,16 June, 2-3pm
- Case study based discussion to consolidate learning
- Q&A
Unit 3: Providing an effective COPD review including non-pharmacological options
9am, Monday 16 June 2025
Part 1: E-learning,1.5-2hrs, to be completed between 16-30 June
Content:
- The purpose of the COPD review
- Assessing symptoms (MRC & CAT score)
- Assessment of lung function
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Holistic assessment: identifying co-morbidities
- Inhaler technique and tailoring the device to the patient
- COPD action plan and supported self-management
Part 2: Live webinar, 30 June, 2-3pm
- Case study based discussion to consolidate learning
- Q&A
Post module assessment, 30 mins. Quiz hosted in Google Classroom for completion and full feedback given on marking.