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Varicella zoster virus: chickenpox and shingles
Discover how to care for these two common communicable conditions - chicken pox occurring mostly in childhood, and herpes zoster, also known as shingles affecting mainly older adults. Serious complications are a particular risk for pregnant women, unborn children and neonates.
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Guidance for novice authors on writing a journal article
Learn how to write for publication. The module explains the process of drafting and revising an article, the peer review proces and the expectations of journal editors.
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Changing role of family carers of people with learning disabilities
Carers have a vital role in caring for people with learning disabilities. Read this module and learn more about the role, experiences, challenges and rewards of being a family carer.
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Hypertension: diagnosis, assessment and management
Improve outcomes for patients with hypertension by following the most recent guidance. This module discusses blood pressure monitoring, risk factors and targets, lifestyle advice, drug treatment and patient education.
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Intrapleural chest drainage: pathophysiology, treatment and nursing care
Nurses caring for patients with intrapleural chest drains require knowledge and skill to ensure patient safety. Revise and update your clinical practice by reading this module on chest drainage.
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Safe and effective application of topical treatments to the skin
Review your clinical knowledge and understanding of skin barrier function and the effects this has on the absorption of medications, such as emollients and topical corticosteroids.
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Improving surgical outcomes for people with dementia
Improve outcomes for patients with dementia who undergo surgery by following a suggested care pathway. This module covers ethical issues such as capacity and consent, as well as delirium, peri-operative care and the role of patients' families and friends
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Managing fatigue in adults with multiple sclerosis
Discover how to assess fatigue in adults with multiple sclerosis, and how to manage the condition using evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches
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Palliative care for patients with non-malignant respiratory disease
Learn how to overcome the barriers to delivering effective palliative care, with a particular focus on caring for people with non-malignant respiratory disease
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Asthma care: a review of changes in current practice
Asthma is a common problem in primary care. This module discusses the findings from the 2014 National Review of Asthma Deaths and how these might change current practice
