Minor Injuries Management 8 9 10 July 2024

Date: 8-10 July 2024.  Time: 10h00 – 16h00            Venue: Wembley CPD Hours : 30 (Accredited by CPDUK)     Session Type: Classroom

Price: £495+VAT (vat will be added a checkout)

Course Summary

This intensive 3-day classroom course is designed for qualified healthcare professionals involved in the assessment and treatment of minor injuries in A&E, urgent care, and primary care settings. The course focuses on the evaluation and management of upper and lower limb injuries, emphasizing clinical decision-making, identifying red flags, and implementing appropriate treatment plans.

What’s Included?

• Audio Presentations: Engage with comprehensive audio presentations covering key topics.
• 3-Day Classroom Course: Participate in an immersive, hands-on learning experience.
• Handouts and Booklets: Receive detailed handouts and booklets for reference and further study.
• 3 Months Access: Enjoy three months of access to course materials for continued learning.
• Practical Workshop Discount: Option to attend the practical plastering and suturing workshop at a discounted rate.
• Optional Skills Portfolio: Enhance your learning with an optional skills portfolio, though it is not a course requirement

Aims and Objectives

1. Head and C-Spine Injuries

Aim: To provide healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively assess and manage head and cervical spine injuries.

Objectives:

• Understand and apply assessment techniques for head and c-spine injuries.
• Develop management protocols, including stabilization and referral criteria.
• Analyse case studies to understand common presentations and best practices.
• Develop strategies for communicating effectively with patients and their families.

2. Silver Trauma

Aim: To enhance the ability of healthcare professionals to manage trauma in older adults, considering their unique physiological and social needs.

Objectives:

• Define silver trauma and its implications.
• Identify challenges in assessing and managing trauma in older adults.
• Learn tailored management strategies for elderly patients.
• Emphasise the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in managing silver trauma.

3. Wounds, Burns, and Bites

Aim: To equip healthcare professionals with comprehensive skills to manage wounds, burns, and bites effectively.

Objectives:

• Understand principles of wound care and healing.
• Learn techniques for assessing and managing burns of various degrees.
• Review protocols for treating animal and human bites.
• Discuss strategies to prevent infection in wounds, burns, and bites.
• Examine case studies to illustrate treatment approaches and outcomes.

4. Upper and Lower Limb Injuries

Aim: To provide knowledge and skills for the effective diagnosis and management of upper and lower limb injuries.

Objectives:

• Identify common upper and lower limb injuries.
• Utilise appropriate diagnostic techniques and tools.
• Understand the principles of rehabilitation for limb injuries.
• Review cases to apply knowledge and improve clinical practice.

5. Soft Tissue Injuries

Aim: To enhance the ability of healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat soft tissue injuries.

Objectives:

• Identify various types of soft tissue injuries.
• Develop skills to assess the extent of soft tissue damage.
• Learn management strategies, including RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and physical therapy.
• Discuss prevention techniques and patient education.

6. Eye Injuries

Aim: To provide healthcare professionals with the expertise to assess and manage common eye injuries effectively.

Objectives:

• Recognise different types of eye injuries, including foreign bodies, abrasions, and chemical burns.
• Understand appropriate treatment options and referral criteria for eye injuries.
• Discuss preventive measures to reduce the incidence of eye injuries.
• Emphasise the importance of patient education in managing eye health and preventing injuries.

7. History Taking and Writing Statements

Aim: To enhance healthcare professionals’ skills in effective history taking and writing clear, concise statements for clinical and legal purposes.

Objectives:

• Develop comprehensive history-taking skills to accurately assess patient conditions.
• Learn a structured approach to documenting patient history and clinical findings.
• Understand the principles of writing clear and concise medical statements and reports.
• Discuss the legal considerations and importance of accurate documentation in patient care.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for:

• Primary Care Clinicians: Seeking to improve their ability to handle minor injuries.
• Emergency Practitioners: Looking for updated protocols and treatment strategies.
• Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants: Working in urgent care settings.
• Physical Therapists: Interested in the initial management and rehabilitation of injuries.
• Medical Students : Aspiring to specialise in emergency or primary care.

Prerequisites:

• Basic Medical Training: Attendees should have basic medical or nursing training.
• Clinical Experience: Some clinical experience in treating minor injuries is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Interest in Continuing Education: A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development in emergency and primary care settings.

Lecturers

Dorthe Swaby-Larsen ENP Urgent Care and Senior Lecturer

Dr Parmy Deol A&E Consultant

Reviews

“Excellent speakers- so engaging, passionate and knowledgable”

“Excellent speaker very knowledgeable. Very easy to understand him.”