Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Rochelle Lonn, RN, BSN, OCN
1 Hours
Chemotherapy_Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) typically starts in the hands and/or feet. Often times the symptoms reported are that of numbness and tingling but can progress to shooting and burning pain with increased sensitivity to temperature. Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy is one of the most common reasons wh....
Pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of Paget’s disease of the bone
Jennie Walker
1 Hours
Paget’s disease of the bone is a chronic condition that affects bone remodelling in focal areas of the skeleton. The disease may affect one or several sites and can cause a variety of subsequent complications such as pain, bony deformity, osteoarthritis, fracture or nerve compression. Understanding the disease and how it affects....
Infection Prevention & Control in Healthcare Settings
Jhpiego
MIP 111 Microbiology and Infection Prevention and Control (RM Programme) NAP 034 Principles of Disease MMIP 111 Microbiology and Infection Prevention and Control (RGN Programme)anagement and Control I (RNAP)
Vaccination
Jhpiego
Principles of Disease Management and Control III (Community Health Nursing Programme) - Immunity and Diseases - Vaccines - Expanded Programme of Immunization Principles of Disease Management and Control III (Community Health Nursing Programme) -Immunization Systems and Operations Public Health Nursing (Midwifery Progr....
Acute ethanol toxicity
Clinical Overviews
Acute ethanol toxicity results from ingesting ethanol faster than it can be metabolized by the liver and eliminated, leading to accumulation of ethanol and its metabolites in the blood. These COVID-19-related materials are provided for use at no charge as part of Elsevier’s efforts to support healthcare providers and patients....
How to care for a newborn baby: the first hours after a baby is born
Team of specialists
Medical Aid Films This film shows the key steps to follow immediately after a baby is born, including drying the baby, breastfeeding and the correct way to cut the cord to prevent infections. It also explains what to look out for during the first few days. This film is for use in community health education.
How to give intravenous antibiotics in pregnancy
Team of specialists
Medical Aid Films This film shows how to give antibiotics correctly during pregnancy. It explains the “6 rights” of drug administration – the right drug, the right patient, the right dose, the right time, the right route, and the right paperwork. The film is for use in health worker training.
Dyslexia
Ricky Jones
The Royal College of Midwives The module will help in understanding how a person with dyslexia may feel and the barriers that they could face in the workplace. To counter the difficulties experienced by those with possible dyslexia, this module provides some guidance and helpful tips on supporting a colleague with possible d....
Fungal Skin Infections- Standard Operating Protocol
Dr. Harriet Onwonga
This module will guide you through common fungal infections outlining their differences and presentation. You will also learn about the basic investigations you may need in order to confirm your diagnosis of acceptable treatment modalities of each type. Finally you will learn the preventative measures that have to be adopted to....
DIABETES TYPE-2 STANDARD OF CARE FOR MUTTI DOCTOR
Hafeez Oluwa
In this module, you will learn about the screening and diagnostic criteria for diabetes in its various forms. You will also learn about the principles underlying the management of diabetes and the acceptable treatment modalities available. Also important to learn are the health education points that have to be given to patients....
URINARY TRACT INFECTION - STANDARD OF CARE FOR MUTTI DOCTOR
Dr. Harriet Onwonga
In this module, you will learn about urinary tract infections. You will be able to know the most common causative agents of UTIs in both men and women and the predisposing factors to developing a UTI. The signs and symptoms will be discussed and distinguished from STIs. Also covered in this module are the investigations you shou....
How to Conduct HIV Testing Services
Jhpiego in collaboration with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), and the World Health Organization
The HIV Testing Services (HTS) Course offers guidance on how HTS should be conducted in different settings in Kenya, and has been adapted from the Kenya HTS Orientation Package (2021). This course is targeted towards healthcare workers providing HIV services, who have completed previous trainings on HIV prevention, care and trea....
Neonatal Resuscitation In Resource Limited Settings
Dr Antke Zuechner
This evidence-based neonatal resuscitation course for healthcare workers is a 1 day interactive course and introduces the concepts and basic skills on how to resuscitate a newborn baby at birth or in the first four weeks after. It is utilizing a blended learning approach that includes online introduction of basic knowledge and o....
Standard Operating Protocol for Management of SCD
Dr. Seun Odiase
This course covers the clinical presentation, laboratory investigations and clinical management of sickle cell disease at the primary care level. It also includes home care counseling which is also an essential aspect of preventing crisis events.
Tonsillitis Treatment Protocol
Nassifu Kyeyune
In this module you will learn about the common signs and symptoms of tonsillitis and the pathology behind it. You will also learn the causative agents and treatment modalities and when you need to refer to the next level of management. Finally you will be equipped with counseling and preventive measures you should give to patien....
Sickle Cell Disease: Genetics and Diagnostics
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives
Sickle Cell Disease in Ghana: Genetics and Diagnostics is a course that provides healthcare workers with a foundational understanding of sickle cell disease. The course features interactive content that will explain what sickle cell disease is and the genetics underlying this inherited blood disorder. Finally, the importance of....
Maternal Resuscitation
Dr Sarah Little
This module provides training and mentorship instruction on how to perform maternal resuscitation.
Infection Prevention
Dr Sarah Little
This module provides training and mentorship on infection prevention.
PROJECT ROZANA: Nutrition in Kidney Failure Patients
Lee Hayes & Lynn Brown
Nutrition principles for chronic and acute kidney failure patients; and for kidney transplant recipients.
PROJECT ROZANA: Haemodialysis – Part 1
Lee Hayes & Lynn Brown
The principles of haemodialysis treatment.
Overview of Laboratory Interpretation
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
6 Hours
The management of the respiratory patient involves both evaluation and treatment. Evaluation of the patient is necessary to determine the most beneficial medical treatment. Follow-up evaluation is performed to determine the effectiveness of the treatment and any detrimental effects. Proper administration of respirator....
Cultural Influences on Infant Sleep
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
4 Hours
Cultural Influences on Infant and Childhood Sleep Biology, and the Science that Studies It: Toward a More Inclusive Paradigm
Overview of Cleft Lip and Palate
Maisa Seppala, Martyn Cobourne
0.5 Hours
This session will give you a basic understanding of the prevalence, aetiology, developmental background and principles of treatment of cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P).
Universal Precautions and Cross Infection
Matthew Thomas
Standard precautions should be used for all procedures involving body fluid. They are based on the principle that all body fluids are contaminated. This session explains risk assessment and the precautions needed in all situations.
PROJECT ROZANA: Chronic Kidney Disease – Part 3
Lee Hayes & Lynn Brown
Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease: Assessment, treatment, and evaluation of the patient suffering from chronic kidney disease stages 1-4 by a multi-disciplinary team.