Introduction to Breast Care

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE
ASSOCIATION OF BREAST SURGERY (UK)

Course Overview

This online interactive tutor mediated course has been created through a collaboration between the Association of Breast Surgery (ABS UK) International Forum and the multi award winning Blended Learning team. The same team is behind the prestigious Oncoplastic Masters Programme which is recognised as the highest qualification in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery in the United Kingdom. Student feedback for this course has consistently scored over 90 percent satisfaction across all areas of teaching and learning.

The course offers complete flexibility so you can study at your own pace and at a time that works best for you. You will also have the freedom to review any part of the course content as many times as you need. New topics are released each week and take around two hours to complete. The full programme runs for twelve weeks, giving you time to develop knowledge and skills in a structured yet convenient way.

Target Audience

Staff Nurses
Junior Doctors
Medical Students
Physician Associates

Course fees: £500

Discount rates may be available. To check eligibility please email contact@blendedlearninguk.com with the following information: Which country do you currently practice in? What is your professional registration number? eg NMC

Qualification Available

Eligible for 24hrs of CPD certification, depending on levels of engagement

Aims

To introduce staff nurses, radiographers, junior doctors, medical students and physician associates, working in the UK and globally to the principles of contemporary Breast Care Practice which is a much-needed service in light of the increasing incidences of breast cancer worldwide.

Topics Covered

The evidence-based theory behind modern management of breast diseases
Role of Breast Care Nurse, Radiographer, Physician Associates in breast service delivery
Anatomy and Physiology
Understanding Breast Cancer and its importance
Risk Factors
Breast Awareness
Breast Screening
History-taking & Clinical Examination (Triple Assessment)
Imaging Overview of Benign Breast Disease
Overview of Breast Cancer
Overview of Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) breast care management
Managing Side Effects of Cancer Treatment
Role of Physiotherapy and Lymphoedema management

Learning Outcomes

To obtain in-depth knowledge of the role & responsibilities of key professionals
To understand the role of Breast Care Nursing in providing professional, emotional and psychological support in the patients journey through breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and discharge
To describe the role and effective working of the MDT
To articulate the importance of effective communication skills in patient care
To demonstrate understanding and the importance of anatomy, physiology and pathology in breast cancer and benign breast conditions
Understanding the principles underlying NHS breast screening services
Know the importance of history taking and clinical examination (triple assessment)
Knowledge of different types of breast cancer and common presentations
To have an understanding of the importance of physiotherapy following breast and axillary surgery
Describe the management of lymphodema
Knowledge of the common side effects of common chemotherapeutic agents and hormone therapy

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