This session aims to provide theoretical knowledge and practical experience to enable nurses in general practice to assist in COPD reviews in a safe, confident manner according to current standards and guidelines.
It is also suitable for practice nurses who are new to respiratory care and wish to develop a basic understanding of COPD including related policies and guidelines and current evidence based diagnostic and treatment pathways.
Course Content
- Anatomy and Physiology of the respiratory system
- What is COPD?
- Diagnosis and assessment of COPD
- Symptoms associated with COPD
- The role of spirometry in COPD
- Lifestyle, personal and environmental factors associated with COPD
- An overview of commonly used inhalers in COPD
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Oxygen therapy
- The management and prevention of COPD exacerbations
- End of life care
- National guidelines in COPD
- Accountability
