Asthma Treatment

This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical strategies for managing asthma in both adults and children, including acute exacerbations, long-term control, and patient self-management. Learn to implement Personalized Asthma Action Plans (PAAPs) and improve asthma care outcomes through effective education and treatment.

Course Fee

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£4.00

10 Chapters

30 mins

Mobile friendly

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About The Course

Learning Outcomes

Course Modules

About The Course

This course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of asthma management, from diagnosis to long-term treatment strategies. Focusing on both adults and children, the course covers the latest evidence-based guidelines for managing asthma, including initial assessment, acute exacerbation management, and long-term control strategies. Participants will learn how to implement Personalized Asthma Action Plans (PAAPs), effectively manage flare-ups, and reduce the risk of severe asthma complications. The course also emphasizes the importance of patient education, adherence to medications, and monitoring to improve asthma outcomes and quality of life. By the end of the course, healthcare providers will be equipped with practical skills and knowledge to manage asthma cases effectively, while also addressing co-morbidities and supporting patients through self-management techniques.

Learning Outcomes

Identify and assess asthma symptoms in adults and children, and differentiate asthma from other conditions.
Implement personalized asthma management plans (PAAPs) to optimize asthma control and reduce risk factors.
Understand and manage acute asthma exacerbations, including when to administer emergency treatments and seek further care.
Educate patients and families on asthma management, ensuring proper inhaler technique and adherence to treatment plans.
Monitor and evaluate asthma control, using tools such as peak flow measurement, and adjust treatment plans based on response.
Recognize and address risk factors for poor asthma outcomes, including environmental triggers, comorbidities, and medication adherence.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive asthma care and ensure the best outcomes for patients.
Understand the importance of regular asthma reviews and follow-up care, especially after hospitalizations or severe flare-ups.

Course Modules

Chapter 1 Understanding Asthma – Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis

Chapter 2 Diagnosing Asthma – Clinical Approach and Lung Function Testing

Chapter 3 Assessing Asthma – Control, Risk, and Comorbidities

Chapter 4 Stepping Down Treatment and Specialist Referral in Asthma Management

Chapter 5 Asthma Review and Management Strategies

Chapter 6 Asthma in Children – Diagnosis, Management, and Special Considerations

Chapter 7 Asthma Self-Management and Risk Reduction

Chapter 8 Managing Asthma Flare-Ups, Attacks, and Exacerbations in Adults

Chapter 9 Management of Acute Adult Asthma in General Practice and Hospital Settings

Chapter 10 Summary

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