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Hilary Pinnock

On this course, you’ll get a world-class introduction in how to diagnose and manage respiratory disease in low- and middle-income primary care settings.

Explore how to treat chronic respiratory disease

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On this course, you’ll get a world-class introduction in how to diagnose and manage respiratory disease in low- and middle-income primary care settings.

Explore how to treat chronic respiratory disease

Chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) place a huge burden on healthcare services worldwide, as recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

On the course, you’ll explore the physical, psychological, and social impact of chronic respiratory diseases on the individual, their family, and the wider community.

Improve your diagnostic skills

You’ll demonstrate an improved ability as a healthcare professional to diagnose and manage asthma, COPD, and other chronic respiratory diseases in children and adults.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to assess how to adapt your advice to the local context – taking into account your access to staff, care, and treatment in terms of the availability of local resources.

Learn to treat asthma and COPD alongside experts

The course is led by RESPIRE at the University of Edinburgh, and the International Primary Care Respiratory Group (IPCRG). RESPIRE is led by global experts in respiratory disease, while IPCRG is a world network of primary care respiratory clinicians that works to improve respiratory health and CRD best practice.

Under their guidance, you’ll come away with increased confidence in your diagnostic skills and your ability to manage the healthcare resources available to you.

Course Team:

Hilary Pinnock

Siân Williams

Aziz Sheikh

Kamilla Ramdzan

Md. Nazim Uzzaman

Monsur Habib

Aizhamal Tabyshova

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Syllabus

Why is Respiratory Health Important?
After a short overview of how to use the platform and an introduction to the course, we will look at the big picture. We will hear from leading experts on the global burden of respiratory diseases and good quality primary respiratory care. Then, we will explore three key papers that outline the growing burden of respiratory disease from a global perspective, and guidance for prevention and management.
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Asthma
Starting with a case study of a child who possibly has asthma, we will then look more closely at supported self-management of asthma and how a personalised action plan can help patients to manage the condition. We will learn how to use a peak flow meter and how it can be used to confirm a diagnosis. Then we will revisit the case study to learn more about rhinitis and treating severe symptoms.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
We now look at Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), its diagnosis, and its assessment and management in primary care.
Differential diagnosis
We look at a short case study of a woman with respiratory problems and consider how to reach a diagnosis. Then we explore palliative care and spirituality in the context of low-resource settings.
Improving care in your practice 
In this final week, we're going to reflect on what we've covered in the course, help you to consolidate your learning, and discuss how you can use what you've learned in your own practice with pulmonary rehabilitation and practical primary care.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Builds a strong foundation in modern respiratory assessment and management by exploring a spectrum of pulmonary health conditions
Explores both chronic and temporary respiratory health conditions and their treatments to provide a nuanced understanding
Taught by a global network of primary care respiratory clinicians and experts in respiratory disease, ensuring up-to-date and relevant knowledge
Provides practical guidance on adapting respiratory care advice to local contexts, considering healthcare resource limitations
Emphasizes the importance of respiratory health and its impact on individuals, families, and communities
Requires learners to be healthcare professionals with a basic understanding of respiratory diseases

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Activities

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Review the guidelines for the management of asthma
Review the established guidelines to ensure your knowledge of asthma management is up-to-date.
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  • Access the latest guidelines for the management of asthma.
  • Review the key recommendations and updates.
  • Identify any changes or new information that you need to incorporate into your practice.
Utilize online resources for respiratory health
Explore online resources to supplement your learning and stay updated on respiratory health.
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  • Identify reputable online resources for respiratory health.
  • Review the available content and identify relevant materials.
  • Engage with the online resources and participate in discussions or forums.
Review examination of the respiratory system
Review the methods used to physically examine the respiratory system to strengthen this skill.
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  • Identify the common techniques used to physically examine the respiratory system.
  • Review the steps involved in each technique.
  • Practice the techniques on a simulation model or volunteer.
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Create a patient education handout on asthma
Develop a patient education handout to enhance your understanding of asthma and its management.
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  • Research the key points about asthma.
  • Identify the target audience for your handout.
  • Write the content for your handout.
  • Design and format your handout.
Discuss the management of COPD
Engage in discussions with peers to exchange knowledge and insights on the management of COPD.
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  • Identify the key aspects of COPD management.
  • Share your experiences and knowledge with your peers.
  • Discuss the challenges and successes you have encountered in managing COPD.
Organize your notes and materials from the course
Organize your course materials to enhance your retention and recall of the information covered.
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  • Review your notes and identify key concepts.
  • Create a system for organizing your notes and materials.
  • Summarize the key points from each lecture or reading.
Provide guidance to a junior or less experienced colleague
Share your knowledge and expertise by mentoring others, reinforcing your own understanding of the course material.
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  • Identify a junior or less experienced colleague who would benefit from your guidance.
  • Establish regular meetings or communication channels.
  • Provide support, answer their questions, and share your experiences.

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