To enable healthcare professionals to understand the impact of antimicrobial resistance and to assist with halting the spread of resistance and Clostriodes difficile.
Learning outcomes
Having completed this workshop you should be able to:
define antimicrobial resistance
discuss Clostriodes difficile (C. diff) and the associated problems
explain Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) risk factors, diagnosis and treatment
describe what MRSA screening and decolonisation entails
detail the problems with extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) and resistant enterococci
list strategies to halt the spread of C. diff and antimicrobial resistance.
To be able to effectively monitor control of the condition for those with diabetes.
Learning outcomes
Having completed this course, you should be able to:
provide advice to patients on testing of blood glucose
make recommendations for glycaemic control based on the results of glycated haemoglobin testing
recognise the pivotal role of patient education in empowering people with diabetes to better manage their condition
list management targets for metabolic control to include the surveillance approaches for the early detection of diabetes complications (blood glucose, blood pressure and blood lipids).
To review the implications of the Fourth Report of the Shipman Inquiry, focusing specifically on the prescribing, dispensing, safe custody and disposal of controlled drugs.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course you should be able to:
comply with legislation underpinning controlled drugs
state changes in the legislative framework for controlled drugs arising from the Fourth Shipman Report
review the role and responsibilities of the Accountable Officer in relation to controlled drugs
list the non-medical professions who may now prescribe
describe best practice with respect to writing of prescriptions, keeping of records and maintaining prescription security for controlled drugs in all areas of practice
define procedures for the disposal of returned controlled drugs.
To enable you to provide a high quality service to patients who request emergency contraception, signposting them to other healthcare professionals where appropriate.
Learning outcomes
Having completed this course you should be able to:
discuss the various methods of emergency contraception available
provide guidance to patients about emergency contraception and their sexual health
detail the key questions to ask in relation to requests for over-the-counter levonorgestrel
know which reference sources provide valuable evidence-based information on emergency contraception.
To enable you to provide evidence-based medical advice to pregnant women and those who are wanting to become pregnant.
Learning outcomes
Having completed this course you should be able to:
discuss the problems associated with fertility
explain the management of chronic medical conditions in pregnancy
specify suitable products (prescription-only and over-the-counter preparations) that may be used to treat established medical conditions and common ailments during pregnancy
highlight the importance of a healthy lifestyle and the use of appropriate nutritional supplements prior to conception and during pregnancy.