Introduction to COPD for Nurses Webinar

    Course Description

    Category

    Respiratory

    £180

    Course Content

    Type

    Online Webinar

    Venue

    Online Only

    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

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