By the end of this section, learners should understand:
How to fit ABPM equipment correctly
Essential knowledge needed by health/social care professionals
Instructions to give to the patient during monitoring
How to start readings
How to manage error messages
Module 3: Diagnosing Hypertension
Easy
5:47 mins
By the end of this section, you should understand:
How a blood pressure reading is interpreted
Blood pressure categories
The NICE guideline (NG136) for diagnosing and managing hypertension in adults
Key priorities for implementing NICE recommendations
Module 2 : What is Hypertension?
Easy
5:22 mins
Module 1 : Introduction
Easy
3:01 mins
After completing this section, you should be able to explain:
What Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) is
When ABPM is recommended
What occurs during the 24-hour monitoring period
What activities should be avoided while wearing the device
Brief Description
Easy
1:29 mins
By the end of this section, you should understand:
What ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) is
When ABPM should be used
What happens during the 24-hour monitoring period
What the individual must avoid while being monitored
Module 4 : Support
Easy
5:51 mins
By the end of this section, you will understand:
Why providing support is crucial when someone opens up about suicidal thoughts
How to offer appropriate and compassionate support
What a crisis plan is and how it helps someone during overwhelming moments
What treatment and support options are available
Module 3 : What are the risks and Warning Signs?
Easy
5:00 mins
After completing this section, you will understand:
How statistics show that certain groups have a higher risk of suicide.
Key warning signs that may indicate someone is considering suicide.
Module 2 : How suicide may affect people
Easy
2:20 mins
By the end of this section, you should understand:
Why openly talking about suicide can be challenging.
Why individuals may develop suicidal thoughts.
How feelings of shame can impact those experiencing suicidal ideation.
Module 1: Introduction
Easy
3:02 mins
Suicide is the intentional act of ending one’s own life.
1 in 5 people will think about suicide at some point in their life.
Suicidal thoughts may appear suddenly or start as brief feelings of wanting to escape.
People often believe others would be better off without them, making it essential to offer proactive support.
About 28% of people who die by suicide had contact with mental health services within the previous year.
Suicide is a significant public health issue, but most suicides are preventable with timely and appropriate interventions.
Brief Description
Easy
1:16 mins
By the end of this section, you should understand:
What suicide is and the reasons some individuals may consider it.
Common myths and misunderstandings surrounding suicide.
Which groups or individuals may be at higher risk.
