Heart Failure and Hypertension

Course Summary
This training course focuses on the management of hypertension and heart failure in general practice, community, and primary care settings. It aims to equip healthcare professionals with the skills to manage these cardiac conditions effectively outside hospital environments.

Aim
To develop clinical skills and decision-making in the treatment of hypertension, cardiac disease, and heart failure in primary care.

Learning Objectives

• Understand types and causes of heart failure

• Apply evidence-based drug treatment strategies

• Manage symptoms and implement pharmacological interventions

• Recognize arrhythmias and explore device therapy

• Gain an overview of hypertension and its management

• Prescribe safely and effectively for hypertension

Who Should Attend
This intermediate-level course is designed for:

• General Practice Nurses (GPNs)

• Nurse Practitioners

• Pharmacists

• Community and primary care healthcare professionals

Course Details

• Level: Intermediate

• CPD Hours: 3 (Participatory)

Nadia Dallsingh – Cardiology Specialist Nurse

***This is a recorded audio session