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CPD: The Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of COPD

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CPD: The Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis & Management of COPD

This three part e-learning module is for nurses, nursing assistants and allied health professionals who are looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in COPD utilising the most up to date evidence-based guidance. Delivered via Google Classroom and Google Meet. 

The 10 hours of e-learning is spread over 6 weeks. You will receive a certificate on completion for 10 hours of CPD.


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.