Image Interpretation - GI and GU Imaging: Urinary Tract Pathology
Jane Belfield
0.5 Hours
This session introduces different imaging modalities for common pathologies of the urinary tract.
Image Interpretation - Obstetric Ultrasound: Biochemistry
Karen Heggs
0.5 Hours
This session considers the serum biochemistry involved in early pregnancy and the biochemical markers used in screening in the first and second trimester. It will include findings at different gestational ages and describe the necessary information required for first and second trimester biochemical testing.
Image Interpretation - Neurointervention: Introduction
Nicola Hind
0.5 Hours
This session introduces the various aspects of neurointervention, including the specialised radiology equipment, the pathology imaged and interventional treatments carried out. Also included are the topics of subarachnoid haemorrhage and the research supporting practice.
Image Interpretation - CT Anatomy: Neck
Cheryl Bean
0.5 Hours
This session looks at the anatomy of the neck on computed tomography (CT) images. It will cover the soft tissue structures on a series of axial, coronal and sagittal images. It also provides opportunities to assess your learning throughout the session.
Image Interpretation - CT Anatomy: Head
Paul Simpson
0.5 Hours
This session looks at the anatomy of the head on a series of axial, sagittal and coronal computed tomography (CT) images. It also provides opportunities to assess your learning throughout the session.
How to perform digital removal of faeces
Ian Peate
This How to module provides practitioners with information about how to perform digital removal of faeces in a safe, effective and patient-centred manner, promoting privacy and dignity. Passing faecal matter is essential to enable the elimination of waste. For some people, however, defecation is not possible without some form of....
Lymphatic System and other Circulatory Fluids
Simon Logan
0.5 Hours
This session will demonstrate the structure and functions of the lymphatic system.
Investigation and Management of Acute Kidney Injury
Helen Ford
0.75 Hours
This session considers the definition, assessment, investigation and management of acute kidney injury (AKI). The principles of fluid and drug prescribing are discussed.
Local Anaesthetic Techniques In The Maxilla
Andrew Carr
0.5 Hours
This session will detail techniques for achieving local anaesthesia in the maxilla.
Multi-Surface and Core Restorations: Vital and Non-vital Teeth
Julian Satterthwaite, Carly Taylor
This session will cover the principles and procedures for placement of multi-surface restorations and cores. The different materials and techniques available when placing core restorations will also be presented.
Management of Oral Ulcerations
Martyn Ormond
0.5 Hours
This session aims to cover the common causes of oral ulceration, as well as the management options available in both general practice and the specialist setting.
Disparities in Older Patients With Diabetes
Keith D’Oria and Hermes J. Florez, MD, MPH, PhD
0.5 Hours
Studies show that the prevalence of type 2 diabetes among adults aged 65 and older in the United States ranges between 20% and 25%. However, controversy has surrounded the most appropriate approaches to treating and managing diabetes in older adults, particularly with regard to identifying therapeutic targets for A1C and the con....
Managing Adult Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Keith D’Oria & Lindsay Kim, MD, MPH
0.5 Hours
While it is often thought of as a disease in children, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections cause significant illness and death in older adults every year. Clinicians are urged to learn more about the illness and death caused by RSV in these patients and to develop protocols in anticipation of vaccinations against the vi....
Improving Asthma Control Dialogue with Patients
Chris Cole & Purvi Parikh, MD
0.5 Hours
Study findings reveal a communication gap between patients with asthma and providers regarding conversation topics during routine office visits. The findings also reinforce the need to focus patient-provider conversations on symptoms, limits to daily activities, and the use of an asthma action plan.
Key Concepts in Managing Complicated Pericarditis
Keith D’Oria, Editorial Director & Allan L. Klein, MD
0.5 Hours
Mortality relating to heart disease has continued to decrease over the past several years, making the management of patient morbidity increasingly important. This trend coincides with an increased emphasis on managing patients with pericarditis, a disease defined as inflammation of the pericardial sac and that is often character....
General Surgery: Gastrointestinal Haemorrhage Lower
Hannah Knight
0.5 Hours
This session will describe the approach to the patient with suspected lower gastrointestinal haemorrhage including immediate management, investigation, aetiology and definitive treatment.
How to Perform Manual Removal of the Placenta after Birth
Industry Specialists
This film explains what a retained placenta is, why it is important to be removed and the essential steps that need to be taken. It shows how to perform the procedure effectively by hand.
General Preoperative Measures (anaesthesia)
Kath Jenkins
0.5 Hours
This session explores the preoperative issues of (1) Restriction of oral food and fluid prior to anaesthesia and (2) Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis, to increase patient safety and decrease perioperative morbidity.
Genitourinary Disease: Renal Failure
Madeline Moore
0.50 Hours
This session will give you an overview of renal failure, including how to categorise renal failure, urological causes and how to investigate and manage these.
Haematological Problems in the Critically Ill - Anesthesiology
Louise Tillyer
0.5 Hours
This session will help you to evaluate haematological changes in critically ill patients, and manage them accordingly.
Growth Patterns And Growth Prediction
Derrick Willmot
This session discusses how craniofacial and whole body growth can be assessed and used in addition to other methods of growth estimation and growth prediction.
How to use PRICE treatment for soft tissue injuries
Cormac Norton
This article assists nurses to use the acronym PRICE (protection, rest, ice, compression and elevation) to guide the treatment of patients with uncomplicated soft tissue injuries to their upper or lower limbs. Treatment of soft tissue injuries to limbs is important to reduce complications following injury, alleviate pain and....
How to administer eye drops and eye ointment
Mary Shaw
1 Hours
Eye drops and eye ointment are the mainstay of treatment of ocular conditions. Failure to prioritise administration of these medicines can prolong the condition and may present a risk to the patient’s vision. Eye drops and eye ointments are used to treat acute and chronic conditions of the eye and surrounding structures. Eye....
Medication Calculation and the Quality Use of Medicines Quiz
Melanie Carstairs (Nursing Student, University of Newcastle), Melbourne Health, Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, Metro South Health Service District, Top End Renal Services, Southern District Health
An interactive quiz to test your medication and dialysis calculation skills
Does the Early Diagnosis of CKD Really Matter? - Webinar
Dr Tim Mathew
Does it really matter if we diagnose CKD early (or not) and can we make a difference?