SU Clinical Handbook Week 5: Central Chest Pain
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1Summary
Uncover new advances in diagnosing and managing Central Chest Pain at the SU Clinical Handbook Week 5. Join us IN PERSON in University Place Room 1.218 or online! This session offers medical professionals the opportunity to not only brush up on their existing knowledge but also to discover the latest research and innovative methods in the field. Enhance your diagnostic accuracy, revisit treatment protocols and contribute to discussions on this critical symptom often associated with life-threatening conditions. Incoming knowledge from this session can be pivotal to patient outcomes. Professionals in cardiology, emergency medicine, or any healthcare personnel who frequently encounter chest pain patients will find this session particularly beneficial.
Learning objectives
- To understand and identify the different types of central chest pain, their causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.
- To comprehend the importance of immediate response and suitable referrals in case of life-threatening central chest pain conditions.
- To interpret and apply knowledge of the physiological and anatomical considerations while dealing with a patient experiencing central chest pain.
- To enhance diagnostic skills such as performing and interpreting ECGs, chest X-rays, and other relevant diagnostic tests for central chest pain.
- To improve communication and empathic skills to effectively manage patients experiencing central chest pain, ensuring they understand their diagnosis and treatment plan.