This comprehensive one-day course is designed to empower registered healthcare professionals (HCPs) practicing in primary care with the latest advancements and insights in the field of asthma care. Building on the participants' existing expertise, this update day aims to enhance their proficiency in managing asthma effectively and providing the highest level of patient care.

Target Audience:

Exclusively tailored for registered healthcare professionals already experienced in asthma care within the primary care setting, this course is a unique opportunity for these practitioners to stay current with the latest developments in the field.

Course Benefits:

This Asthma Update Day is a prime opportunity for seasoned primary care healthcare professionals to deepen their expertise in asthma care. By staying current with the latest developments, practitioners can enhance their ability to provide high-quality, up-to-date patient care. The course encourages interactive learning, networking, and problem-solving, fostering a dynamic and collaborative learning environment.

Prerequisites:

This course is exclusively designed for registered healthcare professionals already actively practicing in the field of asthma care within the primary care setting.

Outcome:

Participants will leave the course armed with new insights, strategies, and approaches to further elevate their asthma care practice, ultimately improving patient outcomes and contributing to the advancement of respiratory healthcare within primary care.

Asthma Update Day - Learning Objectives

· Understanding Asthma Diagnosis Essentials

o Gain insight into the latest diagnostic criteria and techniques for asthma.

o Discuss the challenges and methods in accurately diagnosing asthma in children.

· Investigative Tests and Guideline Exploration

o Review the range of investigative tests available for diagnosing and managing asthma.

o Examine the current BTS/NICE & GINA Guidelines and their application in clinical practice.

· Pharmacological Treatments and Inhaler Techniques

o Update knowledge on the pharmacology of asthma treatments.

o Develop practical skills in various inhaler techniques and understand their importance in patient care.

· Personalised Asthma Management

o Understand the factors influencing the choice of inhalers.

o Learn to develop and implement Personalised Asthma Action Plans (PAAPs).

o Explore SMART/MART therapy and its role in managing asthma.

· Managing Asthma Exacerbations

o Identify and manage asthma exacerbations effectively.

o Discuss strategies for preventing and managing severe asthma episodes.

· Application Through Case Studies

o Engage in interactive case studies to apply learning in real-world scenarios.

o Encourage the sharing of experiences and best practices among participants.

· Conclusion and Future Directions

o Summarise key takeaways from the day's sessions.

o Discuss future trends and areas for continued professional development in asthma care.

Through the "Asthma Update Day" course, clinicians will leave with an elevated level of confidence and competence, empowered to provide enhanced asthma care and positively influence patient outcomes within the primary care setting.