Clinical Detective: Cardiovascular

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50m
Updated 30 Jul 2024 Certificate ANCC Accredited

This Ausmed Course reinforces why certain diagnostic tests, clinical observations and procedures are undertaken to confirm or eliminate potential cardiovascular problems. Working through a realistic case study, you will be asked a series of questions designed to encourage critical thinking and develop your professional judgment.

Content

7 Video Units • 15 Questions
Welcome, Detective!
1 Question
2m
Pretest
3 Questions
Case Study
10m
Examinations
3m
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Findings
3m
Medical Interventions
1 Question
5m
Diagnosis
4 Questions
5m
Treatment and Education
4 Questions
5m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Identify the presenting signs and symptoms of the patient and patient history.

2

Describe the assessment and diagnostic tests required for this patient.

3

Explain the potential management and expected outcomes for this patient.

4

Identify the presenting condition.

Who it's for:

Registered nurses and other healthcare workers in general and acute areas will find this course beneficial, given the prevalence and seriousness of cardiovascular conditions.

Why it's needed:

We use critical thinking skills and professional judgment on a daily basis in our practice. It is important that we continue to revise and strengthen these skills to ensure that we are able to recognise deteriorating patients and changes to conditions in a timely manner.

Purpose:

The purpose of this Ausmed Course is to enhance your critical thinking, assessment, and problem-solving skills by working through a case study in order to identify and act on a common clinical condition.

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Last updated30 Jul 2024

Published02 Apr 2018

Due for review30 Oct 2024
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