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The Use and Abuse of Investigations

Andy Ward, PCSA Clinical Lead, introduces the course.

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How many tests are we doing? 2 Topics | 1 Quiz
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Introduction
How many tests are we doing?
The scale of testing in the NHS
When should you use tests? 4 Topics | 1 Quiz
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Introduction
Tests in Diagnosis
The Use of Tests in Making Diagnoses
The Laboratory Testing Cycle
Sources of testing error
Case Based Discussion
Questions to ask before organising a test
Some Important Medical Statistics
Interpreting some common results 16 Topics | 8 Quizzes
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Full Blood Count
FBC
Interpreting the FBC
U & Es
U&Es
Interpreting U&Es
Liver Function Test
Liver Function Tests
Interpreting LFTs
CRP
CRP
Interpreting CRP
Thyroid Function Test
Thyroid Function Test
Interpreting the Thyroid Function Test
HbA1c
HbA1c
Interpreting HbA1c
Urinalysis
Urinalysis
Interpreting Urinalysis
Lipids
Lipids
Interpreting Lipids
Summary
The Use and Abuse of Investigations – Final Quiz

The Primary Care Skills Academy is a “one stop shop” approach, where staff can develop a personalised career development plan to support individual and organisational growth.

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