By the end of this section, learners should understand:
The importance of effective waste management within an organization
Methods to reduce and minimize waste
Key legislation and regulations governing waste handling and disposal
Module 5 : Treatment for hypertension
Easy
7:01 mins
By the end of this section, learners should understand:
Evidence-based ways to treat hypertension
Major classes of antihypertensive drugs
NICE guidelines for:
Treatment initiation
Monitoring
Blood pressure targets
Module 4: Fitting Monitoring Equipment
Easy
6:08 mins
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.
