Update your CVD knowledge and know-how. Hypertension has been highlighted in the Core20PLUS5 approach as one the key clinical areas for accelerated improvement, this session will explore how to effectively diagnose and support patients with hypertension.
Increase your knowledge and know-how
Led by an experienced clinical specialist and facilitator, the Hypertension Masterclass will cover the following content:
- How to spot hypertension – signs, symptoms, and risk factors
- Practicalities of blood pressure measurement, and the importance of validated blood pressure monitors
- Prevalence of hypertension: who does it affect, and what is the impact?
- Tips for non-pharmacological management
- What medications and when?
This session will highlight the relationship between health inequalities and effective hypertension case-finding and management, so you are encouraged to think about your local practice population as you listen. You will then have the opportunity to ask questions of our expert facilitator – please do come prepared with any specific questions or issues you would like to discuss.
Course Outcomes:
After attending this masterclass, you will:
• Understand what hypertension is, and how to diagnose it
• Understand who is affected by hypertension and how this contributes to health inequalities
• Know how to take an accurate blood pressure measurement using correct technique
• Be aware of a range of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options
• Know how to signpost patients who are at risk of hypertension to relevant information, advice, and guidance
Your details will be shared with Education for Health
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.