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Current Courses 2 (2009) |
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Neurones - their role in the nervous system Released 02 / 02/ 09 |
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This course looks at the major functional unit of the nervous system -the neurone- and examines how it’s structure has developed to support it’s function. This course will be particularly useful in re-visiting the physiology of action potential generation.
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Kidney Structure & Function Released 06 / 01/ 09 |
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The macro- and micro-anatomy of the kidney will be examined in this course, which will be linked to how this organ functions, and works together with other organ systems to maintain homeostasis. In particular, it’s role in maintenance of body fluid and blood pressure will be discussed. This is a challenging course, and requires some understanding of the processes involving osmosis, active and passive transport, and cotransport mechanisms. On correct completion of the workbook, you should have gained a good understanding of the function of this organ, and it’s contribution to homeostasis.
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Renal Disease Released 20 / 02/ 09 |
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The follow-on to Kidney Structure & Function, this course examines disorders and diseases affecting the kidney, together with their medical management. |
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Calciphylaxis Released 05 / 03/ 09 |
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This short course looks at the pathological changes which result in the presentation of calciphylaxis, particularly within the lower limb. This disorder is closely linked with renal dysfunction, and is known to be responsible for the development of lower limb ulceration. |
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Starling Forces Released 31 / 03/ 09 |
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ECG Released 18 / 03/ 09 |
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Whilst many people may not be familiar with this term, they are usually familiar with the processes involved. Starling Forces have a major impact the maintenance of homeostasis, and the movement of fluid, ions, and drugs throughout the body’s compartments. A good basic understanding of them will significantly improve your general understanding of physiology, and the function of organs such as the heart, kidneys, and the vasculature. |
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Understanding the physiology behind this investigation is the aim of this course. The procedure and interpretation of the result will be discussed, together with examples of normal and abnormal ECG traces. |
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Cirrhosis Released 10 / 05/ 09 |
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Critical Appraisal Released 24 / 06/ 09 |
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The incidence of hepatic cirrhosis is increasing in the general population, so it is the aim of this course to examine the pathological changes which take place in this disease, together with aetiological factors, clinical features, and potential outcomes. Hopefully this will provide practitioners with an underpinning knowledge so they may contribute appropriately to the care of patients with this disease. |
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At the request of website users, this course will examine what is actually involved in the process of critical appraisal, and how it fits in with the application of evidence-based medicine. It is hoped that the course will provide users with a simple, structured approach, which they can apply in their own research / practice. The course differs slightly from the others on this site as the completion task is included within the course download. |
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Insulin Resistance & Metabolic Syndrome Released 02 / 06/ 09 |
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Within the last few years the numbers of patients exhibiting the clinical signs of metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance are rising rapidly. This course will examine how this phenomenon occurs, the pathological changes which take place, and the clinical consequences for both the patient and clinician. |
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Obesity Released 30 / 06/ 09 |
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Almost 1 in 4 adults in the UK are currently obese, with estimates that by 2050, 9 in 10 adults will be overweight or obese. The cost of overweight and obese individuals to the NHS is estimated to be £4.2 billion and is forecasted to more than double by 2050. The cost to the wider economy is £16 billion, and this is predicted to rise to £50 billion per year by 2050 if left unchecked. In addition the costs in terms of individual quality of life, whilst difficult to quantify, have a major impact, and lead to increased risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, liver disease, and kidney failure. This course aims to examine the underlying physiological changes occurring with obesity, and the impact this has on health. |
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Biologic Agents Released 12 / 08/ 09 |
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This course will look at the role of biologic agents in management musculo-skeletal problems, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis. Their pharmacological actions, clinical applications, limitations, side–effects, and benefits will be discussed. |
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Local Analgesia Released 14 / 09/ 09 |
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This course provides an update for those holding an HPC-approved Local Analgesia Certificate, and covers the pharmacology of the licensed agents, administration, special precautions, and consent issues. |
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The Inflammatory Response Release due 31/ 10/ 09 |
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This course will provide an overview of the process of acute inflammation, from initiation to the beginning of proliferation. It will look at the role of chemical mediators, cytokines, and different cell types in this process, and examine how these entities work together to produce the classical inflammatory response. |
