AIMS
To have a grounding in common chronic conditions, their causes, and their health risks
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Understand what a chronic condition is
- Know the causes and symptoms of diabetes
- Be aware of the causes and symptoms of COPD
- Know the causes and symptoms of Heart Disease and Heart Failure
- Know the types, causes, and symptoms of a stroke
- Understand what counts as obesity, what may cause it, and related illnesses
- Know the 2 key forms of arthritis, and their symptoms
- Know what it is, and its symptoms
- Understand what counts as Hypertension, and the associated health risks
- Know the common forms of treatment and what they do for many of the chronic conditions
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Chronic Conditions
- What are Chronic Conditions?
- Examples of Chronic Conditions
Arthritis
- What is arthritis?
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Symptoms
- Treatment
Diabetes
- What is Diabetes?
- Types
- Symptoms
- Complications of diabetes – helping residents to stay healthy
- Hypoglycaemia – Signs and Symptoms
- Hyperglycaemia – signs and symptoms
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- What is Chronic Kidney Disease?
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Treatment
Three Areas of Difference
- Three Areas of Difference
Heart Disease and Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Treatment
COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- What is COPD?
- Emphysema
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Treatment
Hypertension – High Blood Pressure
- What counts as High Blood Pressure?
- Risk Factors
- Risks
Stroke
- What is a stroke?
- Types
- Symptoms
- Risks and Prevention
- Treatment
- Recovery
Lifestyle and Medication for Heart and Circulation Issues
- Lifestyle Changes
- Medication
Obesity
- What counts as obesity?
- BMI
- Causes
- Obesity Related Illnesses
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