Respiratory Diseases Awareness
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This respiratory diseases awareness course aims to develop your understanding of respiratory diseases in healthcare and why their detection and treatment are important.
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All about this Respiratory Diseases Awareness Course
In this respiratory diseases awareness course you will learn about the anatomy of a healthy respiratory system and how it should function. You will also learn how respiratory diseases can possibly be avoided. You will then consider the risk factors commonly associated with respiratory health, the course will also cover how these risk factors affect children and why they may be more harmful to a child.
You will them move onto exploring the different types of respiratory illnesses and their symptoms, you will look at common acute and chronic respiratory illnesses, as well as the signs and symptoms of each condition and how they may differ in adults and children.
In the final unit of the respiratory diseases awareness course you will explore diagnosing and treating acute and chronic respiratory illnesses and how accurate diagnoses of acute and chronic respiratory illnesses are made.
You will finish off the course by considering how chronic respiratory diseases are managed using a multidisciplinary approach.
Important terminology will be put in bold throughout the course.
In order to complete the course, you must achieve 80% or more in the final multiple choice quiz.
You will earn 3 CPD points on completion of the course, this course will take around 3 hours to complete and the certificate will last for two years.
- Fully CPD registered
- Completed online with instant downloadable certificate
- Suitable for those working in care settings
- Fully printed certificate posted next day
- Complete the online multiple choice assessment as many times as you need to pass
Units covered on this course
Introduction to Respiratory Diseases
In the first unit of the respiratory diseases awareness course, you will explore what respiratory diseases are, how they may affect the functioning of the respiratory system and how they can impact an individuals life.
Risk Factors
In the second unit of the course you will explore the risk factors related to respiratory diseases, including the modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors. You will also explore why healthcare professionals need to understand the risk factors.
The Types of Respiratory Diseases
This unit will look at the variety of respiratory diseases that affect children and adults, including chronic respiratory diseases that develop in adulthood.
Treatment Options for Respiratory Diseases
In the final unit of the respiratory diseases awareness course you will consider the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases, including treatments for acute respiratory illness and the management of chronic respiratory illness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about this course and others that we offer. If you still have any questions, simply contact our course advisors on 0800 077 3063 or email hello@cpdonline.co.uk.
How long does it take to complete this course?
This course takes a few hours to complete and you can do this without any restrictions. This means you can buy the course and start at any time. You can also begin your learning, stop and come back to the course to pick up where you left off.
Is this Respiratory Diseases Awareness course accredited?
Yes the course is fully accredited through the CPD Certification Service. They review all of our content to check for quality, depth and that the material is fully up-to-date. Each year our membership with the service is renewed and all courses are thoroughly checked prior to being accredited.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes, as soon as you finish this course you can immediately download a PDF version of your personalised certificate. We also then send a fully printed copy to you by first class post.
How long does the certificate last?
The certificate after finishing this course lasts for 2 years until expiry which is when we recommend completing the training again. Some industries may require an update to CPD more frequently than this and others may not but, as a standard rule, we recommend completing the Respiratory Diseases Awareness course every 2 years to ensure it is fresh in your mind and you understanding the latest regulations.
What are the benefits of studying this course online?
By completing this course online you can study in your own time and at your own pace. Having the ability to complete the units at a time to suit you engages your learning much more and enables you to interact and soak up the information easier.
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