Pneumococcal Infections in HIV
Paul Collini and David Dockrell
This session covers the epidemiology and risk factors for pneumococcal infection, describes the varying clinical presentations and features, elaborates on the different diagnostics available, and discusses the general and specific management indicated and available prevention strategies.
Systemic Inflammatory Response and Multiple Organ Failure
Sujatha Tadiparthi and Vicky Robson
This session provides a detailed account of the immunological basis of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) and multiple organ failure (MOF), together with their diagnostic features.
Module 4: Supporting Children, Families, and Ourselves in the Aftermath of Crisis
David Schonfeld, Tania Ahluwalia, and Dr. Dan Alaro
This module focuses on the psychosocial impact of disasters on children and their families and caregivers and describes ways to support these populations in coping with these impactsin the aftermath of disasters.
Epidurals in labour
Libby Baraz, Dr Kathleen Shelley, Alys Gower, Emma Evans, Kate Shinkwin, Chloe Biginelli and Hayley Jane Forbes
Epidurals are an effective form of labour analgesia used by approximately 25-30% of women during childbirth. This module on epidural use for labour aims to develop midwives’ knowledge and understanding of epidurals, the advantages and disadvantages of their use and to improve midwives' confidence in safely caring for women wh....
Stages of Unconsciousness (anaesthesia)
Kate Holmes and Paul Sice
0.50 Hours
This session describes the stages of unconsciousness that patients demonstrate during anaesthesia and provides information about intraoperative awareness.
Immigration to the United States: Education & Resources for Registered Nurses
Health Carousel
This educational pathway is designed to guide internationally trained registered nurses through the complex process for immigrating to and working in the United States. From understanding visa options to credential evaluations and licensing requirements, this course provides a step-by-step roadmap from the worldwide leader in i....
Human Trafficking: Providing Meaningful Intervention
Debra Holbrook, MSN, RN, SANE A, FNE A/P, DF-AFN, FAAN; and Diana Kovacic, DNP, RN
1.75 Hours
Victims of human trafficking (HT) often encounter health care providers (HCPs) while being trafficked, yet many HCPs lack adequate training regarding the issue. This module will provide an overview of HT, including common forms. Indicators of HT and vulnerabilities associated with HT will be reviewed. Health consequences victims....
Exploring HER2 Targeting: Transforming Treatment for Metastatic and Locally Advanced HER2+ Cancers
Jaffer A. Ajani, Patrick Forde, Erika P. Hamilton, Douglas S Burgoyne, Donna M Chiefari, Joyce M Knestrick, and Stephanie Joyce
1 Hours
The emergence of HER2-targeted antibody-drug conjugates is transforming the management of metastatic HER2+ solid tumors, particularly in breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, gastroesophageal cancer, colorectal, and gynecological cancers. Tune in as experts take a deep dive into the latest evidence and guidelines on trea....
The Limping Child (Paramedic)
Dr. Fenella Corrick
0.5 Hours
This session will investigate the causes and effects of paediatric limping. Later, it will consider the factors that are used to diagnose a limping child and identify the high-risk diagnoses that must not be missed in a child with a limp.
Understanding attitudes and their effects on nursing practice
Bob Price
1 Hours
Attitudes are of crucial importance in nursing. Attitudes help us to understand how people perceive issues and processes in care and determine what they deem important, good, relevant and appropriate. We should understand attitudes if we are to provide collaborative, patient-centred care; however, they are poorly understood. Thi....
Supporting patients in shared decision making in clinical practice
Claire Madsen and Aileen Fraser
1 Hours
This learning module defines shared decision making in patient care and describes the background to this philosophy. The shared decision making approach is part of a wider initiative to promote patient-centred care and increase patient involvement in clinical decisions. Shared decision making recognises patients' rights to make....
Varicella zoster virus: chickenpox and shingles
Dinah Gould
The varicella zoster virus causes two infections: varicella, also known as chickenpox occurring mostly in childhood, and herpes zoster, also known as shingles affecting mainly older people. Varicella usually occurs in children under ten years of age. It is generally a mild infection and in the UK vaccination is not offered as pa....
How to perform chest compressions
Andrew Parry
This module outlines the correct and effective technique for performing chest compressions for adults in cardiac arrest. Correct performance of chest compressions relies on various factors that are within the control of the nurse. Therefore, it is essential that nurses have comprehensive knowledge of this vital skill. Techniques....
COVID 19 and Palliative, End-of-Life and Bereavement Care
Richard Kitchen and Iain Lawrie
This session describes how palliative, end-of-life and bereavement care services can help in the management of COVID-19.
Infection Prevention and Control - Level 2
Vickie Longstaff, Tracey Cooper and Mohamed Sadak
This e-learning session meets the statutory and mandatory training requirements and learning outcomes for Infection Prevention and Control Level 2 in the UK Core Skills Training Framework (UK CSTF).
Mental Health and Well-being
Nina Mguni
This session aims to help practitioners to describe mental health and well-being and identify the wider social factors which protect vulnerable children and adolescents.
How to write a research proposal
Dr Kanokporn Pinyopornpanish
- This course briefly provides an information on how to develop and write a research proposal. The content will link to other courses in our research modules. - Please note that it has NO audio or VDO. The content is all in THAI. - You can download the proposal template (word file) at https://w1.med.cmu.ac.th/family/research....
Understanding Equality and Diversity-patient Scenarios
Jackie Beavan and Paramjit Gill
0.5 Hours
This session uses two videoed patient scenarios to help you consider how to respond to the diverse needs of patients on a personal, professional and organisational level.
Using Electronic Records
Michael Innes
0.5 Hours
This session covers issues and considerations regarding the use of a computer in the consultation room, drawing out the pros and cons as well as exploring where a computer is best placed within the room.
The GP as Service Provider
Fiona Dalziel and Sandy Gower
0.5 Hours
This session will help you to understand how the General Medical Services Contract works and focuses on service definitions and the Quality Outcomes Framework.
Pharmacology of Nitrous Oxide
Kathy Wilson
This session describes the pharmacology of nitrous oxide and how this relates to its use for inhalation sedation. The physical properties, clinical and unwanted side effects of the drug are also considered.
Principles of Good Treatment Planning
Andrew Shelley
Treatment planning is built on the foundation of history, examination, special tests and diagnosis. Only a thorough approach to these can lead to a successful treatment plan.
STIs in the Pharynx and Oral-genital STI Transmission
Rona MacDonald and Laura Gillespie
0.5 Hours
This session covers the specialist investigation and management of sexually-transmitted oral and pharyngeal infections. Pathogenesis and oral transmission risks of key STI pathogens are discussed.
Understanding Equality and Diversity-patient Scenarios
Jackie Beavan
0.5 Hours
This session uses two videoed patient scenarios to help you consider how to respond to the diverse needs of patients on a personal, professional and organisational level. This session was reviewed by Suchita Shah and last updated in January 2015.
Subclinical Hypothyroidism Diagnosis and Management
Anoop Kumar Agrawal
0.5 Hours
This session covers the presentation, diagnosis, investigation and initial management of hypothyroidism in primary care.