This is a 2 day course on 7th and 21st October. Please make sure you are available to attend both days

These introductory sessions offer a comprehensive journey from the fundamentals of COPD understanding to a confident approach in patient review and management, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and holistic care in primary care settings.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Emphasise Early Prevention - Recognise the significance of early prevention in COPD management and its impact on patient outcomes.
  • Grasp COPD Physiology - Develop a foundational understanding of the physiological underpinnings of COPD, aiding accurate assessment and care.
  • Comprehend Medications and Roles - Acquire knowledge about COPD medications, comprehending their diverse roles in managing symptoms.
  • Non-Pharmacological Management - Understand and appreciate non-pharmacological approaches to COPD care and symptom management.
  • Inhaler Proficiency - Gain expertise in managing various types of inhaler devices, ensuring effective medication delivery.
  • Documentation Proficiency - Understand the importance of meticulous documentation, including utilizing templates for streamlined care.
  • Review and Self-Management - Realize the value of regular patient review and supervised selfmanagement plans for COPD patients.
  • Problem Solving and Solutions - Foster discussions to address relevant practice issues and collaboratively discover effective solutions.
  • Commitment to Ongoing Development - Recognize the importance of continuous professional development in the evolving landscape of COPD care.

Programme

Following the course you will be sent slides and a certificate from BBO Training therefore your contact details will be shared with them.

Please note if you have not already supplied us with your registration number you will be contacted by us as we will need this information to secure your allocation of CPD funding.

The cost of the course includes 20% VAT.

**Terms & Conditions apply**

This event is funded, through the Training Hub, by public money. Non-attendance therefore comes at a cost to patients, the NHS, and the public. Spaces at our events might be limited and your absence may prevent others from benefiting from the opportunity. If you are no longer able to attend, please notify us by replying to this email as soon as possible. For cancellations less than 72 hours prior to the course start date and all ‘no-shows’, we reserve the right to charge a £50.00 administration fee.