Course Content:
Introduction to Allergic Diseases, Atopic Dermatitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma, Urticaria and Angioedema, Anaphylaxis, Basic and Practical Allergy.
Learning Outcomes:
- Comprehend the difference between food intolerances and food allergies
- Describe the 4 principals of management of allergic conditions
- Identify the symptoms and signs of the various allergic diseases
- Describe environmental measures that can assist in the management of allergic diseases
- Categorize a patient based on the severity and frequency of symptoms
- Understand the various medications available
- Devise a treatment plan for the various allergic diseases
- Educate a patient on how and when to use allergy medications
- Instruct a parent/ patient on the application of emollients and topical steroids
- Describe the management of a patient with chronic spontaneous urticaria
- Identify important triggers of anaphylaxis
- Describe the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis
- Describe the treatment of an anaphylactic reaction
- Provide instruction on the use of an adrenaline auto-injector
Course Duration:
Approximately 2 Hrs and 20 Minutes
CPD Points:
4 (CPD Code included in both the downloadable AFSA Certificate and the official UCT Certificate)
Welcome to the AFSA Learning Academy Course on Allergic Diseases. The first item on the pathway that requires completion is the Pre-assessment. This assessment consists of a selection of questions related to the content of the Modules you will be covering. Please be sure to –
- Answer all the questions
- Review the results of your assessment after completion
This assessment will give you an idea of your current level of knowledge regarding Allergic Diseases. It will also help you to focus on the areas where you have to improve in terms of your own knowledge and skills.
