SU Clinical Handbook Week 4: Acute on Chronic Breathlessness
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Join our SU Clinical Handbook Week 4 session focusing on Acute on Chronic Breathlessness. Gain in-depth understanding of this complex medical condition often encountered in chronic heart and lung disease patients. Enhance your clinical decision-making skills with insights into its etiology, diagnostic procedures, management strategies, and recent advancements. Highly beneficial for medical professionals seeking to improve patient outcomes in challenging clinical scenarios.
Learning objectives
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To understand the concept of ‘acute on chronic’ breathlessness and differentiate it from other types of respiratory distress.
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To identify and analyze the myriad of potential causes behind acute on chronic breathlessness, including the various underlying diseases that can contribute to it.
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To develop skills in evaluating and diagnosing patients presenting with acute on chronic breathlessness, through medical history, physical examination and appropriate investigations.
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To gain knowledge on the most up-to-date and evidence-based management strategies for treating patients experiencing acute-on-chronic breathlessness.
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To effectively communicate with patients about their condition, inspiring patient confidence in management plans and improve their understanding of their own health situation.