Searching and critiquing the research literature
Ann Wakefield
1 Hours
This learning module explores how to search and critique the research literature. This involves explaining how to generate a robust literature review question, search databases in the most effective manner and produce a robust analysis of the literature. The module also outlines how a novice literature reviewer might develop the....
Writing a continuing professional development article for publication
Bob Price
1 Hours
Writing for journal publication is a worthwhile but challenging activity that requires clear motives, purpose, planning and execution. Continuing professional development (CPD) articles are designed to be informative and educative, with the aim of enhancing the reader's understanding of a particular subject. This learning module....
The importance of the arterial pulse in advanced cardiac examination
Christopher Nicholson
1 Hours
The pulse is a significant indicator of health and can provide valuable information to help make an accurate diagnosis. All nurses should be competent in taking and interpreting the pulse, and developing their expertise in this vital sign. Arterial pulses can be examined at various sites, and this article focuses on techniques f....
Management of acute confusion in patients with CNS infections
Claire Matata, Sylviane Defres, Christina Jones, Alison Gummery and Tom Solomon
This module discusses the management of acute confusion and aggression in patients with infections of the central nervous system (CNS). The issues discussed are applicable to the management of acute confusion of any cause and the principles of care apply to all confused patients. Many of the challenges encountered by nurses cari....
Shoulder pain: pathogenesis, diagnosis and management
Jennie Walker
1 Hours
Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem that can have a significant effect on people's activities of daily living and quality of life. Nurses have a central role in the assessment, management and follow up of patients undergoing conservative and surgical treatments. Understanding the often complex and chronic nature of....
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Mr WCEA Administrator
0.25 Hours
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Stem Cell–based Therapies for Sepsis (Journal CME - December 2017)
Colm Keane, Mirjana Jerkic and John G. Laffey
1.00 Hours
Sepsis is a life-threatening syndrome resulting in shock and organ dysfunction stemming from a microbial infection. Sepsis has a mortality of 40% and is implicated in half of all in-hospital deaths. The host immune response to microbial infection is critical, with early-phase sepsis characterized by a hyperinflammatory immune re....
The Bare Truth: Academy of Physical Medicine with Matt Walden
Matt Walden
Matt Walden gives an in-depth discussion on gait
Uterine fibroids: clinical review
Farhad Alexander-Sefre
1.50 Hours
Fibroids are the most common tumours in women. In an article updated in 2017, Mr Farhad Alexander-Sefre discusses their diagnosis and management in primary and secondary care.
How to remove a chest drain
Elizabeth Allibone
0.50 Hours
This module aims to help nurses to undertake the removal of a chest drain in a safe, effective and patient-centered manner. This procedure requires two practitioners. The chest drain will have been inserted aseptically to remove air, blood, fluid or pus from the pleural cavity. Chest drains may be small or wide bore depending....
Pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of Paget’s disease of the bone
Jennie Walker
0.50 Hours
Paget’s disease of the bone is a chronic condition that affects bone remodeling 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....
Promoting effective treatment and education for children with eczema
Deryn Thompson
0.50 Hours
Patient and parent education for children with eczema should follow a consistent approach, guided by an established framework that combines aspects of nursing, education and cognitive psychology. Using the framework enables nurses to understand how to use and develop their skills when providing education about the management of....
Exploring the role of vitamin D in infants, children and young people
Jackie Bentley
0.50 Hours
In recent years there has been a growing interest in vitamin D, the role it plays in the body and the effects of its deficiency. This learning module provides an overview of what is known about vitamin D and the role it plays in growth, development and maintenance of health.
How to suture a wound
Joseph Bonham
0.50 Hours
This article explores how to suture a wound using several common techniques. The use of different suture techniques depends on various factors, including the type of wound, its location, skin thickness, wound tension and cosmetic considerations.
How to perform or assist with a transrectal ultrasound and prostate biopsy
Bruce Turner and Lawrence Drudge-Coates
0.50 Hours
This article aims to help nurses to support patients who require a prostate biopsy to diagnose or exclude prostate cancer. Nurses will also gain an understanding of the procedure for transrectal biopsy.
How to inform relatives and loved ones of a patient's death
Mags Guest
0.50 Hours
Informing relatives and loved ones of a patient’s death is a sensitive and often stressful task frequently undertaken by nurses.
Psychological interventions used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder
Judith Gellatly and Christine Molloy
0.50 Hours
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health problem associated with poor quality of life, impaired functioning and increased risk of suicide. Improvement is unlikely and symptoms will remain chronic unless adequate treatment is provided. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines on the manage....
Anemia in the Pharmacy
Jacqueline Lockley, BBiomedSc(Path), MForensic, BPharm, and Dr. Hau Huynh, BBiomedSc, Pharm D
1.00 Hours
This CPE, titled Anemia in the Pharmacy, is designed for pharmacists and will update participants on the signs, symptoms, prevalence, different causes, diagnosis, and treatment of anemia. To Receive Credit: You will be required to view the CPE article and take an exam at the end of the course. Continuing education credits w....
Dental Pain- It’s All in the Head
John Chapman, BPharm, BCom, PGDipClinHospPharm and Dr. Hau Huynh, BBiomedSc, Pharm D
1.00 Hours
This CPE, titled Dental Pain- It’s All in the Head, is designed for pharmacists and will update participants on the characteristics, pathophysiology, and analgesic agents used in dental pain. To Receive Credit: You will be required to view the CPE article and take an exam at the end of the course. Continuing education credit....
The Glucuretics
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
0.75 Hours
Designed to build on pharmacists existing knowledge of diabetes treatment with glucuretics and introduce them to the potential for the glucuretics to cause diabetic ketoacidosis. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Fr....
Basic drug-drug interactions and the role of the pharmacist
Adrian Stratton. B. Pharm
1.00 Hours
Designed to increase understanding of Basic drug-drug interactions and the role of the Pharmacist. Accreditation Details and Estimated Time to Complete This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in....
Metabolic Syndrome
John Chapman
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the pathogenesis and treatment options of metabolic syndrome. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia (2016). As such, some of the information may....
Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia (2016). As such, some of the information may not be appli....
Cancer in the community Part 1: Common Pharmaceuticals Encountered in Community Pharmacy
Dr Gregory Gaughran MRCP
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of actions, adverse effects, and place in treatment of newer agents used in the treatment of cancer. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia (2016).....