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Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis and Management of COPD

Audience: 

This 6 week 10 hour CPD module is suitable for healthcare professionals who are looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in COPD utilising the most up to date evidence-based guidance. Delivered through a combination of interactive e-learning, videos, case studies and live webinar sessions.

Following completion of ALL elements, you will receive a certificate for 10 hours CPD.

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This module is currently supported by the pharmaceutical industry allowing reduced price places. See bottom of page for costs.

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One company will be delivering a 10 minute presentation at the start of each webinar.

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Learning objectives

 

To be able to:​

 

  • Understand the aetiology and pathophysiology of COPD

  • Understand the key elements in making a timely and accurate diagnosis 

  • Understand the aims of COPD management and apply the latest evidence based guidance

  • Individualise pharmacological treatment based on symptoms and risk

  • Maximise the non pharmacological management options

  • Carry out an effective annual review incorporating holistic assessment 

  • Recognise patients at risk of exacerbation and hospital admission and how to address this, knowing when to refer

  • Assess and manage acute exacerbations

  • Provide supported self management 

 

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Course Content

Unit 1

COPD Diagnosis

2 hours

Part 1 E-learning (1.5-2 hrs) 2 weeks to complete from the start date)

  • 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 and identifying risk factors

  • Diagnostic criteria for spirometry

  • Making a diagnosis in line with current guidance

Part 2 Live webinar (1 hour) 2 weeks after the start date

  • Case study based discussion to consolidate learning

  • Q&A

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Unit 2

COPD Management

2 hours

Part 1 E-learning (1.5 - 2hrs)- to be completed over 2 weeks before unit 2 webinar)

  • The aim of COPD management

  • The pharmacology of COPD ​​

    NICE guidance and the GOLD Strategy for the management of COPD

    Escalating and de-escalating treatment

  • Non pharmacological management 

  • Acute management of COPD

Part 2 Live webinar (1hr) 2 weeks after starting unit 2

  • Case study based discussion to consolidate learning

  • Q&A

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Unit 3

An effective COPD review

2 hours

Part 1 E-learning (1.5 - 2 hrs)- to be completed over 2 weeks before unit 3 webinar)

  • The purpose of the COPD review

  • Assessment of symptoms

  • Assessment of lung function

  • Inhaler technique and tailoring the device to the patient

  • Identifying co-morbidities that can negatively impact COPD

  • Reducing hospital admissions: COPD action plan and supported self-management

Part 2 Live webinar 2 weeks after starting unit 3

  • Case study based discussion to consolidate learning

  • Q&A

Part 3 Post module assessment (30 mins - 1 hour)

  • Quiz

To book a place please complete the registration form below. 

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AVAILABLE TO BOOK:

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*** 2024 ***

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Start date 28th May 2024 £65 + VAT  (£78 including VAT) = (date from which you can access the-learning)

Supported by the pharmaceutical industry allowing places to be offered at a discounted rate of £60 per place.

You MUST be able to complete the e-learning and attend all 3 live webinar dates to book onto this module which are as follows:

Unit 1 webinar: 11th June 9:30-10:45am

Unit 2 webinar: 25th June 9:30-10:45am

Unit 3 webinar: 9th July 9:30-10:45am

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*** 2025 ***

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Start date 13th Jan 2025 £75 + VAT= £90 including VAT (date from which you can access the-learning, nothing live to attend on this date)

Supported by the pharmaceutical industry allowing places to be offered at the above discounted rate.

You MUST be able to complete the e-learning and attend all 3 live webinar dates to book onto this module which are as follows:

Unit 1 webinar: 27h Jan 11:30-12:45

Unit 2 webinar: 10th Feb 11:30-12:45

Unit 3 webinar: 24th Feb 11:30-12:45

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Start date 21st May 2025 £75 + VAT= £90 including VAT (date from which you can access the-learning, nothing live to attend on this date)

Supported by the pharmaceutical industry allowing places to be offered at the above discounted rate.

You MUST be able to complete the e-learning and attend all 3 live webinar dates to book onto this module which are as follows:

Unit 1 webinar: 4th June 11:30-12:45

Unit 2 webinar: 18th June 11:30-12:45

Unit 3 webinar: 2nd July 11:30-12:45

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