Learning Case-based learning: chronic breathlessness in adults The causes and management of breathlessness in adults, with a focus on chronic breathlessness.…Published: 5 April 2024
Learning Pulmonary hypertension: recognition, diagnosis and management An overview of the pathogenesis, recognition, diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension.…Published: 26 March 2024
Learning Hypertension: pharmacological management An overview of the pharmacological management of hypertension and the role of the pharmacist prescriber in general practice.…Published: 2 January 2024
Learning Test yourself: the 2023 CPD and Learning quiz Assess your knowledge on topics ranging from infectious diseases, to professional skills, to cardiology, in our end-of-year CPD and learning quiz.…Published: 8 December 2023
Learning Assessment and prevention of cardiovascular disease Cardiovascular disease accounts for a quarter of all deaths in the UK but is largely preventable through lifestyle modification and lipid-lowering therapy. This article explains how pharmacists can identify at-risk patients and support primary and secondary prevention measures.…Published: 11 July 2023
Learning Pre-eclampsia: identification and management Access to prenatal care, early recognition and detection of risk factors, careful monitoring and appropriate management are essential to prevent serious complications of hypertension in pregnancy.…Published: 16 June 2023
Learning Interpretation of electrocardiograms Understanding and interpreting electrocardiogram readings is an increasingly important skill for pharmacists. This article introduces the basic principles of the electrocardiogram and how to recognise common abnormalities.…Published: 10 March 2023
Learning Digoxin monitoring and toxicity management Digoxin is used to treat a variety of cardiovascular conditions; its toxicity can cause significant morbidity and mortality if not recognised early enough. This article provides an overview of the initiation of digoxin and toxicity management.…Published: 3 January 2023
Learning Atrial fibrillation: symptoms, diagnosis and management An overview of the signs, symptoms and recommended pharmacological treatments for atrial fibrillation, which affects around 1.5 million people in England.…Published: 8 November 2022
Learning Supporting patients on new direct oral anticoagulant medicines With the advancement of direct oral anticoagulants, more patients are able to benefit from anticoagulation. This article explains the importance of regular monitoring and how pharmacists can provide long-term support for patients receiving these medicines.…Published: 25 October 2022