You will be taught through a variety of learning modalities covering the following topics:

  • The normal anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems and how findings relate to the clinical consultation.
  • How to undertake a history from patients presenting with cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms, and the theories underpinning the process.
  • How to conduct a structured physical examination of the cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems, and the theories underpinning the process.
  • Recognition and interpretation of clinical findings, including red flags, decision making and patient management. 
  • Human factors and how they relate to patient safety.

Who will benefit:

This four-day clinical skills course is aimed at nurses, AHPs and practitioners in extended scope roles looking to develop clinical examination and history taking skills.  

Venue:

DREEAM, A Floor, West Block, QMC Campus, Derby Road, Nottingham. NG7 2UH

Start and finish times:

09:30 – 16:00 each day (breaks are built into the course timetable)

Refreshments:

Light lunch and refreshments provided

Please contact us if you have any queries, or if you wish to discuss a bespoke course to fit your specific needs.