This session aims to provide theoretical knowledge and practical experience to enable Healthcare Assistants in General Practice to assist in Respiratory Clinics in a safe, confident manner according to current standards and guidelines.
Course Content
- Anatomy and Physiology of the respiratory system
- What is asthma?
- What is COPD?
- Symptoms associated with asthma/COPD
- The use of peak flow in asthma
- The role of spirometry in both asthma and COPD
- Lifestyle, personal and environmental factors associated with asthma/COPD
- An overview of commonly used inhalers in asthma/COPD
- Boundaries and role of the HCA in asthma and COPD management
- National guidelines in asthma and COPD
- Accountability
