Course information:
Chronic Kidney Disease Course (online)
Course information:
This course is suitable for anyone who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of the diagnosis and holistic management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). It covers risk factors, diagnostic tests, and the pharmacological and lifestyle interventions that can optimise outcomes including blood pressure and lipid management. The course is built around two key case studies which help you to put theory into practice.
Learning Outcomes
- Recognise the burden that CKD places on individuals, society and the NHS
- Identify the pathophysiological changes that happen in CKD
- Evaluate the approach to diagnosis, including assessment of risk factors, signs and symptoms and investigations in suspected CKD
- Assess the role of primary and secondary care in the diagnosis and management of complications of CKD, including acute kidney injury (AKI), bone disease and anaemia of renal disease
- Consider the importance of proactive management and regular reviews in the long-term management of CKD with a view to preventing further morbidity and mortality.
This course is suitable for anyone who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of the diagnosis and holistic management of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Outline content:
The focus of the course is on how to recognise those with, and at risk of,
CKD and prevent complications through an evidence-based approach which includes pharmacological and lifestyle interventions. This course
encourages participants to approach the diagnosis and management of
CKD in a person-focused and collaborative way so as to reduce the
impact of CKD on quality of life and optimise the use of healthcare
resources.
Cost per place on the course
+VAT
- 7.5 hours of study
- 1 month to complete
This course is suitable for:
- CPD
- Workforce development
This course is coming soon, please contact us to register your interest.
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