Assessing development stage
Deborah Christie
This session will help you review both personal and accepted definitions of adolescence. It will discuss the physical, social, cognitive, emotional and behavioural changes that take place during this developmental stage. A four stage assessment tool will be described that can be used to determine where a young person is in relat....
Interpreting Laboratory Tests
Jim Gray
This session explains what is meant by sensitivity and specificity of tests and how these translate into measures of positive predictive value and negative predictive value. The difference between diagnostic testing and screening for disease is discussed with appropriate examples.
Diagnosing HIV
Erasmus Smit, Elizabeth Dale, Hugh Adler, and Dr Anu Chawla
This session explains how HIV should be diagnosed, what samples should be taken, and how they should be stored and transported. It explains what diagnostic tests are available, how to interpret them, their sensitivity and specificity, and their potential advantages or disadvantages. The timescale between HIV exposure and tests b....
Biological Responses of Laser
Emily Fletcher
This session describes the laser-tissue interface allowing selection of the appropriate laser for different clinical conditions. It also includes the effect of laser settings on retinal laser burns.
Module 3: Dentition and Care of Permanent Teeth
Jill Iliffe RN, RM, BAS, MIntS, IDMHHRL
Module 3 outlines dentition of permanent teeth; the reasons for a healthy daily oral hygiene routine; the recommended process for brushing teeth; and the importance of fluoride for healthy teeth.
Module 4: A role for midwives and maternal and child health nurses
Jill Iliffe RN, RM, BAS, MIntS, IDMHHRL
Module 4 discusses the important role midwives and nurses have in providing information about oral health to patients and clients; in assessing structures within the oral cavity and the early referral of any concerns; in providing education about oral health and promoting a healthy daily oral health routine; and providing advoca....
Module 13: Quality Assurance Monitoring and Evaluation
Ms. Stella Mpanda, Dr. Stella Challe, and Ms. Neema Gabriel
Module 13 focuses on quality improvement, patient monitoring systems, supportive supervision and mentoring, and continuous quality improvement for NCD services. Participants understand the dimensions and principles of Quality improvement, utilize patient monitoring tools, learn about supervision and mentoring roles, and grasp co....
Module 2: Prevention and Rehabilitation of NCDs
Lutgard Kokulinda Kagaruki, Prof. Theonest Mutabingwa, Adeline Munuo, Mussa Kelvin Nsanya, Mary Kibona, Hilda Missano, Waziri Ndonde and Dr. Fredrick Mashili
Addressing NCDs goes beyond curative approaches; prevention through lifestyle modifications is fundamental. This module is designed to provide participants with insights into promoting healthy lifestyles as key preventive measures. Session 2.1 focuses on healthy living through nutrition and diet, while Session 2.2 highlights the....
Module 3: Management of Cardiovascular Diseases, Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) & Chronic Kidney Disease
Dr. Tatizo Karolo Waane, Dr. Samwel Jacob Rweyemamu, Dr. Reuben Mutaganywa, Dr. Deogratius Soka, Dr. Christina Aloyce Kindole, Dr Paschal Ruggajo and Dr Onesmo Kisanga
Cardiovascular diseases, sickle cell disease, and chronic kidney disease present unique challenges in NCD management. Module 3 delves into the epidemiology, risk factors, clinical presentation, and complications associated with these conditions. Participants are trained to diagnose and manage patients with hypertension, stroke,....
A General Orthodontic Examination of the Patient
Melanie Stern and Derrick Willmot
This session aims to introduce a simple, systematic method for orthodontic examination that can be performed as part of a routine check up. It describes how a systematic approach to an orthodontic examination of a patient can be used to identify an orthodontic problem at an early stage.
Imaging Techniques Needed in Periodontal Diagnosis
Fiona Carmichael
Selection criteria for radiography are an important consideration when assessing periodontal disease. In addition, the practitioner should be aware of the specific appearances that should be looked for in the radiographs.
What Should be Recorded in Clinical Notes
Patricia Langley
This session examines the essential details that should be recorded in a patient's clinical notes for common dental procedures. Good practice guidelines surrounding the retention of patient records are also discussed together with the importance of confidentiality.
Monitoring Oral Health Outcomes – Have I Made a Difference?
Mike Busby
This session will cover the importance of measuring oral health, and the significance of including patient self-perceptions of health, along with professional judgements.
Delivering Prevention to the Community
Professor Aubrey Sheiham
This session suggests approaches to promote the oral health of the community. It outlines the rationale for community-based preventative measures, describes the approaches available and provides guidelines on appraising the literature that supports a community-based approach.
Communication and Treatment Planning
Stephen Henderson
This session describes the importance of effective communication skills when drawing up a written treatment plan and highlights the consequences of errors.
Communicating with Professional Colleagues
Stephen Henderson and Andrew Hadden
This session looks at the need for good communication between professionals. The importance of providing sufficient information will be explained as well as the nature of the information required for effective communication with others treating the patient.
Sickle Cell Disease I: Genetics and Diagnostics
Dr Maurice Okao, Dr Anjumanara Omar, Barbara Couper, Karla Wentzel, Dr. Sam Brophy-Williams, Dr. Vivian Paintsil - Head, Dr. Alimatu Salam, Head, Mrs. Mary-Ethel Lamptey, Mrs. Afia Achiaa Asamoah Owusu
Sickle Cell Disease: 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 addressi....
Sickle Cell Disease IV: Acute Management in Children and Adolescents
Dr Maurice Okao, Dr Anjumanara Omar, Barbara Couper, Karla Wentzel, Dr. Sam Brophy-Williams, Dr. Vivian Paintsil - Head, Dr. Alimatu Salam, Head, Mrs. Mary-Ethel Lamptey, Mrs. Afia Achiaa Asamoah Owusu
Sickle Cell Disease: Acute Management in Children and Adolescents will support your skills and knowledge in managing children presenting acutely with SCD and its related complications. The course features interactive content that will provide healthcare workers with the knowledge they need to improve care, quality of life, and....
Medical Errors and Patient Safety
Dr. Hugo Yeste, and Vanieth S. Mrashani
This course provides crucial training on medical errors, focusing on understanding how and why these errors occur importantly on how healthcare providers can prevent them. The training addresses both individual and system factors that lead to errors, as well as practical strategies for improving safety in clinical settings. The....
Module 1: Disaster Management Cycle: Pediatric Considerations
Debra Weiner, and Dr. Amos Solomon
This module provides an overview of disasters and the disaster management cycle and the specific requirements for pediatric populations, equipping healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and policymakers with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect and support children during disasters.
Assessment and Management of Weight Loss and Loss of Appetite
Kathleen Sherry
This session gives a framework for assessing and managing loss of appetite (anorexia), weight loss and cachexia in patients near the end of their lives. This session was reviewed by Alice Gray and Richard Kitchen and last updated in January 2021.
Assessment of Mood
Annabel Price and Max Henderson
This session provides a framework for the assessment of mood as an essential first step to appropriate management of depression.
SESSION 8: Climate Change, Mental Health and Forced Migration
Dr Samson Mhizha, and Elaine C. Flores
This session delves into the profound impact of climate change on the incidence and prevalence of stress disorders, depression, anxiety, suicide, domestic abuse, violence, aggression, and substance abuse as a consequence of fast and slow onset climate-related disasters. Through case studies and discussions, participants will gai....
Symptom Management in People With Learning Disabilities
Regina McQuillan and Karen Ryan
This session identifies issues when providing palliative and end-of-life care for people with learning disabilities and how these can be addressed.
Communicating the Plan of Management and Care
Jenny Smith, Clare Rayment
This session discusses the different aspects that need consideration in effectively communicating the management plan to the patient and family/carers, and to all professionals and services involved in the patient’s care. This session was reviewed by Richard Kitchen and last updated in December 2020.