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M&K Introductionby Ken Russell+Mike Roberts

M&K is the market leader in the provision ofcredible Continuing Professional Development(CPD) for Healthcare Professionals. This selectionincludes short courses aimed specifi cally at healthprofessionals working in hospital many of thecourses will appeal to professionals working in avariety of other clinical settings.

What’s new in the Hospital Portfolio:

Clinical Decision Making p 3Coping with Sudden death p 5Advances in Ventilation p 5Advanced Haemodynamic Monitoring p 5Venous Thromboembolism p 6Acute Coronary Syndrome p 9Exercise ECG Testing p 9Cardiac Catheterisation & Cardiac Pacing p 10Intravenous Therapy p 11First Responder Essential Skills for Support Workers p 14Principles of Portfolio Development p 15

50% of M&K courses are run at clients’ workplace

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In addition to this brochure please check theM&K Website regularly, other portfolios include(brochures can be downloaded):

• CPD for Primary Care Nurses & AHPs• CPD for Theatre Nurses & ODPS• CPD for Midwives• CPD for Physiotherapists• CPD for Vascular Access & IV Therapy

Registration for all courses is at 09:15am for a09:30am start. Most conclude at 16:30pm althoughthis can vary. Fee is inclusive of Vat @17.5% andincludes tuition, course materials, morning andafternoon refreshments (not lunch) and certifi cateof completion. Full terms and conditions and howto book can be found on page 23.

M&K can run all courses and bespokeprogrammes for groups of staff at your hospitalanywhere in the UK and beyond.

This course will appeal to Nurses, Pharmacists and other Therapists It is designed to instill confi dence in taking a detailedclinical history from patients and to develop an understanding of the correct examination techniques of each of the systemscovered.

Dates

London Aug 2 - 4 2006Bristol Sep 25 - 27 2006Dublin Oct 4 - 6 2006Birmingham Oct 16 - 18 2006Glasgow Oct 23 - 25 2006Manchester Nov 1 - 3 2006London Dec 6 - 8 2006Liverpool Feb 5 - 7 2007

Clinical History Takingand Physical ExaminationDuration: 3 days

Course content• Documentation and record keeping• Taking a history, demonstration and practice• Questioning technique, Past medical history;

Social history• General observations: Mental state; hands; head & neck• Examination of: Eyes; Mouth; Sinuses; Ears,

Throat and Neck• Demonstration and Practice• Systems - Cardiovascular & Respiratory• Cardiac Examination - demonstration & practice• Chest Pain: Heart sounds, changes associated

with ageing:• Common cardiovascular conditions• Respiratory examination - demonstration & practice• History; respiratory sounds, percussion and auscultation• Common lung abnormalities• Systems – Abdominal examination demonstration

and practice• Abdominal pain, history, palpation; percussion• Auscultation; Abdominal conditions – an overview• Theory and revision of the Genito-urinary tract

(male and female) and Endocrine System

Aims and outcomes• Understand the principles of correct health and social history taking• Feel confi dent to undertake a detailed physical examination of each of the systems covered• Perform a head to toe examination on a fellow participant

£399

Onsite price: per head. See page 16 for details

• Nervous system: Neurological examination:demonstration and practice

• The limbs and trunk: tone and power; sensationand coordination; Refl exes

• Locomotor system: examination: demonstrationand practice

• Joint Dysfunction; Muscle dysfunction

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M&K Events are planning a varied and full programme ofNational Conferences for Autumn/Winter 2006-07, all newconferences are posted on the web site and include:

A Case Management Approach to Chronic Disease andLong Term Conditions,Thursday 14th September, 2006 - Austin Court, Birmingham -Practitioners managing chronic disease and long termconditions are benefi ting from a case management approach.Tools, techniques and the unique blend of public and privatecollaboration are moving services forward.

Advances in Cardiac Care in ScotlandThursday 21st September - GlasgowScotland is responding to the latest initiatives for cardiacpatients from initial diagnosis to long term management.Moving services forward and responding to demands is nowa priority.

Practice Based CommissioningTuesday 3rd October, 2006 - BirminghamPlans must be in place for practice based commissioning byDecember 2006 – what does this mean for service providersand service users?

Nurse Led Admission and Discharge– where to go from hereThursday 30th November, 2006 – ManchesterNurses have more interaction with patients than any otherprofessional group. Are nurse lead services a natural evolutionof the nursing process? Admission and discharge planning isan agenda which is a priority at national and local level.

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Developed in response to thepopularity of M&K Update’spopular portfolio of BloodResult courses. This book is anessential must have for Nursesand Allied Health professionals

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Suggested Development PathwayCLINICAL EXAMINATION

Foundation Training:-• Clinical History Taking & Physical Examination (p.2)Advancing Practice:-• Heart & Lung Assessment Masterclass (p.3)• Respiratory Assessment Masterclass (p.4)

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There is a strong practical component and consequently available places will be limited. Training is enhanced with theinclusion of an Auscultation Trainer and Smartscope, audio CD, practical workshops and clinical case studies.

Heart & Lung Assessment MasterclassDuration: 2 days

Dates

Manchester Sep 18 - 19 2006Birmingham Oct 10 - 11 2006London Oct 30 - 31 2006Glasgow Nov 9 - 10 2006Newcastle Nov 20 - 21 2006

£259

Onsite price: £110 per head. See page 16 for details.

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Course content:• Review of cardiac anatomy and physiology• Conduction system, cardiac cycle• Auscultatory technique: Using the stethoscope; The five

auscultatory areas; Enhancement and environment• Heart sound dynamics: Basic heart sounds, their origins,

ECG relationship to the sounds, depolarisation andrepolarisation

• Normal heart sounds: First and second sounds; Thirdand fourth sounds

• Abnormal heart sounds: Opening snaps; systolicejection sounds; Murmurs – systolic and diastolic,continuous

• Review of respiratory anatomy and physiology• Arterial Blood Gases interpretation workshop• Chest X-ray interpretation workshop• Auscultatory areas: Thoracic structures and landmarks;

Anterior, lateral and posterior chest wall surfaces• Auscultatory technique: Normal breath sounds,

Abnormal and diminished breath sounds, crackles,wheezes

• Accurately recording your findings

Aims / outcomes:• Advanced understanding of cardio-respiratory anatomy & physiology.•Demonstrate the implications and relevance of accurate cardiac assessment & documentation•Develop a good understanding of heart and lung sounds

Related coursesECG Workshop see p.8Management of Chronic Heart FailureManagement of COPDsee CPD for Primary Care

This course is an essential module for practitioners who need to develop or hone skills for the recognition, assessment andimmediate care of the ill medical patient. It provides the knowledge base for a confident approach to emergency medicineand will be invaluable to Practitioners working in Medical Admissions, Emergency Care and ‘Hospital at Night’ teams.See suggested Development Pathway guide below.

Emergency MedicineEssentials for Clinical Decision MakingDuration: 3 days

Dates

London Oct 11 - 13 2006Manchester Feb 19 - 21 2007

£339


Systematic approach in the medically ill patient:• ABC focussed approach to medical emergencies• Cardiac emergencies:• Cardiac failure; Acute Myocardial Infarction;

Unstable angina• Cardiogenic shock; Heart failure;• Reperfusion therapy; Thrombolysis• Emergency cardiac drugs• Life threatening arrhythmias• Thromboembolic disease• Respiratory emergencies: Asthma; COPD; Pneumonia;• Pneumothorax; Lung cancer• Emergency respiratory drugs• Management of massive Gastro-intestinal bleed• Diabetic complications• Acute renal failure: Hyperkalaemia;

Pulmonary Oedema; Sepsis• Acute Neurological emergencies: Stroke; Meningism; FitsUnderstanding shock• Aetiology; Assessment and management; Hypovolaemia;• Anaphylaxis; Septic

Fluid management• Fluid replacement therapy, physiology of fluid and solute

balanceInvestigations• Chest X-ray interpretation• How to interpret an ABG result and its impact on

diagnosis and treatment rationale• Blood results – What to request and when• Basic Blood pictures including Full Blood Count LFTs

U&Es etc• Clinical case studiesInitial management of common presentations• Chest Pain; Shortness of Breath• Pyrexia; Dizziness; Hypotension; Stroke• The ‘social admission’• When to call for help• What needs urgent review, what can

‘wait until the morning’• Clinical Responsibility

Aims / outcomes:• Enhance an understanding of a variety of medical emergency situations• Develop initial assessment and management skills

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Suggested Development PathwayCLINICAL EXAMINATION

Foundation Training:-• Clinical History Taking & Physical Examination (p.2)Advancing Practice:-• Heart & Lung Assessment Masterclass (p.3)• Respiratory Assessment Masterclass (p.4)

Suggested Development PathwayADVANCE PRACTICE IN MEDICAL ADMISSIONSFoundation Training:-• Clinical History Taking & Physical Examination (p.2)Enhanced Practice:-• Emergency Medicine - Essentials for Clinical Decision Making (p.3)• Understanding Blood Results (p.7) The ECG Workshop (p.8)Advanced Practice:-• Heart & Lung Assessment Masterclass (p.3)• Clinical Assessment for Venous Thromboembolism (p.6)• Verification of Expected Death (p.4)

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An intensive 5 day course designed to give the participant - who is or about to be an Outreach Team member, whether aNurse or Allied Health Professional - increased knowledge in the physical assessment of the Critically Ill Patient.

Clinical Assessment Skillsfor Outreach TeamsDuration: 5 days

Dates

London Oct 2 - 6 2006Manchester Nov 6 - 10 2006

£549


Training for groups can be arranged at your hospital [email protected] info:did you know?

Course content:Physical Assessment 1• Documentation and record keeping• Taking a history - Questioning technique, Past medical

history, Social history• How to conduct a physical examination• Ear, nose, throat; Neurological examination:

demonstration and practice

Physical Assessment 2• Abdominal: pain - history• Abdominal clinical examination: palpation - percussion

- auscultation• Genito-urinary system - Endocrine system• The limbs and trunk: tone & power - sensation and

coordination - reflexes - syndromes and abnormalities

Heart Assessment Masterclass• Revision of cardiac anatomy & physiology• Examining the anterior chest• Examination techniques & listening for heart sounds• Understanding the sounds heard• Relating auscultatory findings to the chest wall• Changes associated with ageing

Respiratory Assessment• Understanding lung & thoracic anatomy. Physiology of

respiratory respiration• Physical examination of the posterior & anterior chest• Percussion technique, Auscultation & understanding

breath sounds• CXR interpretation - appearances in acute LVF - COPD

- pneumonia - pulmonary embolism - cancer

Blood Results• Parameters of the full blood count• Haemoglobin & erythrocyte physiology• ESR; INR and blood transfusion• Differential white cell count• Patterns in anaemia• Clinical electrolyte and water homeostasis• Hypo/hypernatraemia Kalaemia• Homeostasis Liver function tests

Aims / outcomes: to develop• Emergency assessment, diagnostic, reasoning and patient management skills.

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Dates

Manchester Sep 28 2006London Oct 24 2006Manchester Feb 16 2007

This day will appeal to health professionals who have agood understanding of physical assessment techniques orhave attended one of M&K’s physical assessment courses,and now wish to develop their skills further concentratingon Respiratory Assessment including the Chest X-ray andUnderstanding Lung Sounds. Due to the intense focus ofthe day the number of courses each year will be limited. Theday has a strong practical component and consequentlyavailable places will be limited.

Aims/OutcomesTo explore the indication for and interpretation of• Chest X-rays.• Understand the implications and relevance of accurate

lung examination assessment.• Begin to make sense of lung sounds.

Course content• Review of respiratory anatomy and physiology• Chest X-ray: reasons for radiography appearances in

acute LVF, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism andcancer

• Understanding lung and thoracic anatomy• The physiology of respiration• Physical examination of the posterior and anterior chest• Percussion technique• Auscultation and understanding breath sounds• Investigations including common blood results• Recording findings• Legal and professional responsibilities

£149


Respiratory AssessmentMasterclassDuration: 1 day

Related coursesManagement of COPDsee CPD for Primary Care

Dates

London Jul 17 2006Manchester Oct 10 2006Glasgow Oct 27 2006London Nov 22 2006

Developed for health professionals who need to developtheir skills and knowledge on the implications of Recordinga Fact of Death. The programme assumes attendeesare competent in performing physical examination. Themodule can however be combined with other M&K physicalassessment training.

Aims/outcomes• Develop the skills required in determining expected death.• Fully understand legal requirements of Recording a Fact

of Death.

Course content• Clinical examination following suspected death• Examination of:

the fundithe pupilsthe chest

• Exclusion of possible foul play• Examination of:

the neck for bruisingthe eyes for petechiaecomplete body assessment

• Legal and professional responsibility• Recording a Fact of Death correctly• Breaking bad news and communication with the bereaved

relatives

£179


Verification ofExpected DeathDuration: 1 day

Related coursesCoping with Sudden Deathsee page 5

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Dates

London Jul 24 2006Manchester Oct 9 2006Glasgow Nov 6 2006

Advanced HaemodynamicMonitoringDuration: 1 day

Effective Management to improve patient outcomes.

This one day course examines underlying theory andanalysis whilst also exploring current trends in advancedhaemodynamic monitoring. It will appeal to Nurses, ODPs,AHPs and junior doctors who are new, returning or requirean updater in this critical care area.

Aims and outcomes• Theoretical and practical understanding of pressure

measurements

• Trends in advanced haemodynamic pressuremonitoring techniques

Course content• Monitoring and management of organ perfusion and

microcirculation:• Measuring cardiac output• PICCO: rationale for use• Fluid resuscitation• Haemodynamics in septic shock:• Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome• Fluid administration in SIRS:• Inotropic support In SIRS• Sepsis and coagulation• The use of Early Warning Scores:• Management of Complications• Treatment rationale to improve survival• The Haemodynamically unstable patient• Managing Haemodynamic parameters: the use of

technology

£129


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Dates

London Jul 3 2006Manchester Oct 16 2006

Advancesin VentilationDuration: 1 day

Effective Management to improve patient outcomes.

A comprehensive day that explores advances in ventilatorsupport and normal and altered physiology of ventilation.The day also explores weaning the patient from theventilator and a selection of management rationale. Itwill appeal to Nurses, Physiotherapists, AHPs and juniordoctors who are new, returning or require an updater in thiscritical care area.

Aims and outcomesTo understand:• Altered lung physiology• Prevention of ventilation induced lung injury:• Monitoring respiratory waveforms:• Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation Strategies;• Patient - Ventilation interactions,• Aerosol and oxygen delivery• Understanding Acute Lung Injury and• Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome• Ventilation-associated Pneumonia• Nurse led weaning• Kinetic Therapy and its efficacy• Prone positioning• Understanding of common altered physiology of

ventilation• Theoretical understanding of advanced ventilation

technique• Trends in advancing ventilator support

£129


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Dates

London Oct 11 2006Manchester Dec 12 2006Glasgow Feb 23 2007

This course is led by Bob Wright, author of ‘Sudden Death’and internationally renown lecturer on Crisis, Trauma andDisaster. His background is in A&E nursing and he is atrained and practising Counsellor. The workshop offersthe opportunity to consider the crisis and process ofbereavement from the point of view of the helper and toapply the concepts in experiential exercises. The hopeis that the professional and personal experiences of theparticipants will be available to facilitate learning.

Course content• Sudden death and the determinants of grief• Faced with feelings and behavious of less• Why is sudden death such a crisis?• Early encounters with death

(The immediate needs of children)• A short perspective on the nature and process of grief• Breaking bad news and the immediate needs

of the bereaved• Responses that incapacitate the carer• Closing discussion

£119


Coping withSudden DeathDuration: 1 day

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Course produced in association with CRI-TEC


Becoming a more dynamic speciality - more and more Healthcare Professionals are being encouraged to take on this roledue to the reduction in junior doctors working hours and increasing educational opportunities for nurses and allied healthprofessionals. This course serves as an introduction to POA and will assist in providing evidence-based care to improvepatient outcomes.

Aims and outcomesTo develop and understand Pre Operative Assessment and patient management skills• The fundamentals of taking a patient history and performing a social and psychological assessment• Develop competent physical examination skills• The importance of multidisciplinary team working

Course content• Definitions & documentation• Professional & legal considerations• Guidelines for day surgery• Anaesthetic risk assessment – problems & management• Taking a history and informed consent• Systems review• General physical, psychological and social assessment• Cardiovascular Examination• Respiratory Examination• Airway assessment; Neck assessment• Management of clinical problems e.g Thyroid disease, Diabetes, Atrial fibrillation• Understanding of haematology and biochemistry results• Pre-operative investigations• Service development and clinical audit

Pre-Operative AssessmentDuration: 3 days

Dates

Birmingham Jul 19 - 21 2006London Aug 2 - 4 2006Manchester Sep 11 - 13 2006London Oct 18 - 20 2006Dublin Nov 22 - 24 2006Glasgow Dec 6 - 8 2006

£329


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Dates

Manchester Sep 13 2006London Oct 4 2006Glasgow Dec 6 2006

This course is for clinicians who when faced with a patientwith suspected or actual venous thromboembolism, needto:1. Confirm diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary

embolism2. Use established and formal guidelines to consider risk

stratification3. Decide on treatment (warfarin or low molecular weight

heparin, or both)4. Decide on treatment duration5. Consider self management or referral to specialist

Aims/outcomesTo develop a clear understanding of VTE assessment andtreatment rationale

Course content• Pathophysiology of venous thromboembolism:

Deep vein thrombosisPulmonary embolism

• Taking a relevant clinical history• The link between the risk factors for venous

thromboembolism and actual disease?• Prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism• Optimising treatment• Stratifying risk• Risk stratification of thromboemboli for patients

undergoing surgery• Prophylactic measures• Low molecular weight heparin• Vitamin K antagonists• Fondaparinux• Thrombolytic therapy• Advantages of low molecular weight heparin over

unfractionated heparin• Non-drug treatments

£129


Clinical Assessment for VenousThromboembolismDuration: 1 day

Dates

London Nov 13 2006Manchester Nov 14 2006

Review of the genito-urinary system and the treatment andnursing care associated with its most common diseases,the urinary tract together with an overview of the symptomsand treatment of urological disease. The course will includea practical demonstration of male and female catheterisationand the use of bladder ultrasound.

Aims/outcomes• Enhance an understanding of the anatomy and physiology

of the urological system.• Understand the problems associated with urological

disorders / dysfunction and develop management of the‘urological’ patient

• Understand the need for catheterisation and bladderultrasound.

Course content• Anatomy, physiology and function of the genito-urinary

tract• Urological assessment• The implications of abnormal urinalysis• Benign prostatic hypertrophy – medical and surgical

management.• Urinary stone disease• Diseases of the male genitals• Continence problems and management• Urological cancers: renal, bladder, prostate, testis.• Male sexual dysfunction• Male and female catheterisation and care of the

catheterised patient• Assessment of residual urine volume using bladder

ultrasound

£99


Urology for NursesDuration: 1 day

Related courses in CPD for Theatre Nurses & ODPs•Anaesthetics and Recovery Care•Recovery Care of Children• Assessment & Management of Anaesthetic

Emergencies

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A comprehensive introduction to the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal (GI) system and the diseases associated withit. A strong emphasis will be placed on a symptom-based approach to discussing GI abnormalities. The various proceduresused in diagnostics and therapeutics are explained. Also provides an excellent overview of common drugs used to treatindividuals with GI Disease and associated complications.

Aims/outcomes• To understand the diseases underlying common gastrointestinal symptoms• Knowledge of drugs in specifi c G.I.Disease and an understanding of the mode of action and mechanism of the drug

therapy.

Course content• Oesophageal structure & function• Dysphagia, refl ux and the underlying diseases• Stomach structure & function• Dyspepsia, haemetemesis and the underlying diseases• Small bowel structure & function• Malabsorbtion, diarrhoea and the underlying diseases• Pancreatic structure & function• Abdominal pain, Jaundice and the underlying diseases• Colonic structure & function• Diarrhoea, constipation, melaena and the underlying diseases• GI Disorders: Gastric & duodenal ulcers & Gastro-oesophageal refl ux disease• Antacids & Alginates, PPIs & Histamine receptor antagonists• Helicobacter pylori – eradicating the myths!• Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis – pathophysiology & drugs• Liver – functions & physiology,management of complications• Pancreatitis – pathophysiology & management (ITU & Medical)• Gall Bladder Disease – surgical & medical management

Complete GastroenterologyDuration: 2 days

Dates

Manchester Oct 19 - 20 2006London Nov 16 - 17 2006

£219


Related coursesAcute Medical Emergencies (p.8)Pre-Operative Assessments (p.6)

Dates

Glasgow Jul 21 2006Manchester Nov 2 2006London Nov 3 2006

The objectives of this module are to provide a fi rmunderstanding of the aetiology, pathology, epidemiology andtreatment of this large and common group of disorders.

Course content• Introduction to Rheumatoid Arthritis and infl ammatory

connective tissue diseases; what are they?• Osteoarthritis• Infl ammatory arthritis• Juvenile arthritis• Rheumatoid arthritis• Systemic Lupus erythematosis• Systemic sclerosis/Scleroderma• Vasculitis• Pathological basis of the disease 1: Immunology and

infl ammation• Pathological basis of the disease 2: Blood tests – what

can they tell us?• Pathological basis of the disease 3: Impact on the body;

bones, joints and skin• Epidemiology 1: Who gets these disorders and why• Epidemiology 2: Long term consequences• Treatments:

AnalgesiaAnti-infl ammatorymmunosuppression

• Living with arthritis and rehabilitation

£99


Rheumatoid Arthritis& Infl ammatory Connective Tissue DiseasesDuration: 1 day

Related coursesPharmacology of Analgesia and NSAIDssee page 11 Dates

Glasgow Jul 3 - 4 2006Liverpool Sep 14 - 15 2006Dublin Sep 28 - 29 2006London Oct 5 - 6 2006Newcastle Oct 26 - 27 2006Bristol Nov 9 - 10 2006Manchester Nov 16 - 17 2006Glasgow Nov 23 - 24 2006London Nov 27 - 28 2006Birmingham Dec 7 - 8 2006

Early recognition of abnormalities can avert potential lifethreatening or at least harmful situations. This courseallows the candidate a chance to fully understand routinehaematology and biochemistry results.

Aims and outcomes• To understand routine full blood count results.• Clinical physiology of the Haematological system.• Routine biochemistry tests and electrolyte and water

homeostasis.• Physiology of liver and cardiac enzymes.• Clinical implications of results

Course content• Full Blood Count; Parameters of the full blood count• Haemoglobin and erythrocyte physiology; ESR, INR• Clinical examples workshop• Patterns in anaemia• Differential White Cell Count• Clinical examples workshop• Clinical Biochemistry• Clinical electrolyte and water homeostasis• Hypo and hypernatraemia• Clinical examples workshop• Potassium homeostasis• Liver function tests• Clinical case studies.

£199


UnderstandingBlood ResultsDuration: 2 days

Related coursesBlood Results for PhysiotherapistsBlood Results for MidwivesBlood Results in General Practicevisit www.mkupdate.co.uk for details


Covering a number of the more common presenting conditions and providing a structured approach to the pathophysiology,initial assessment and management of the acutely ill medical patient. A must for nurses and other allied health professionalswho are likely to encounter this category of patient.

Aims and outcomes• An understanding of a systematic approach to the medically ill patient• A comprehensive overview of common medical conditions their presentation, assessment and management.

Course content• Systematic approach in the medically ill patient• ABC focussed approach to medical emergencies• Cardiac Emergencies• Cardiac failure; Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI);

Unstable angina• Acute upper Gastro-intestinal (GI) Haemorrhage• Risk assessment and management of massive GI bleed• Poisoning by Paracetamol; Opiate; Benzodiazepine; TCADs• Diabetes, DKA; HONK• Anaphylaxis: Emergency treatment of Anaphylaxis• Respiratory• Asthma; Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD); Pneumonia; Pneumothorax• Acute renal failure• Hyperkalaemia; Pulmonary Oedema; Sepsis• Thrombo-embolism, DVT; Pulmonary embolism• Neurological Stroke; Meningism; Fits

Acute Medical EmergenciesDuration: 2 days

Dates

Dublin Sep 21 - 22 2006London Oct 26 - 27 2006Manchester Dec 5 - 6 2006

£169


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Related coursesComplete Gastroenterology (p.7)Emergency Medicine - Essentials for Clinical Decision Making (p.3)

M&K Onsite offers a variety of skills and clinical training solutions [email protected] info:did you know?

Dates

Leicester Jul 10 - 11 2006Bristol Jul 17 - 18 2006Manchester Jul 24 - 25 2006Dublin Jul 24 - 25 2006London Aug 17 - 18 2006Birmingham Sep 18 - 19 2006Leeds Sep 25 - 26 2006Liverpool Oct 2 - 3 2006Glasgow Oct 9 - 10 2006

Aims and outcomes• Learn to interpret 12 lead ECGs & rhythm strips using a systematic approach• Understand Cardiac Axis and its impact on the ECG• Rhythm abnormalities, atrial, junctional and ventricular• Identify the effects on the ECG following infarction

Course content• Anatomy and physiology of the heart• Conduction system• Recording a 12 lead ECG• The normal 12 lead ECG and Cardiac axis• Atrial abnormalities• Ventricular abnormalities• Disorders of conduction• Ischaemia, infarction and the ECG• Rhythm recognition• Clinical case studies delivered by practising clinicians

The ECG WorkshopDuration: 2 days

For all healthcare professionals working in areas where the ECG is monitored and recorded.

Cardiac arrhythmia need quick, simple, effective assessment and management, founded on evidence based knowledge andpractical assessment. However, although the patient with cardiac emergencies often present in the acute phase, they mayalso in many instances have a chronic history underlying this process. This workshop address the needs of nurses, doctorsand allied health professionals who encounter ECG monitoring and traces, whilst recognising the often chronic nature of thesediseases, by building on a knowledge of pathophysiology, assessment, examination, treatment and care. Experienced cardiacprofessionals deliver a two day package of theoretical and practical workshops. Designed as an update or consolidator thecourse will appeal to a range of health care professionals encountering ECGs.

£159


Dates

Lincoln Oct 12 - 13 2006London Nov 6 - 7 2006Dublin Nov 20 - 21 2006Manchester Dec 4 - 5 2006Newcastle Dec 7 - 8 2006Birmingham Mar 12 - 13 2007

Related coursesAdvanced Cardiac & ECG Skills see page 9Management of COPD see CPD for Primary Care

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This two day course is intended to enable practitioners to develop the essential skills necessary to accurately assess, riskstratify and manage the care of the patient presenting with suspected or confirmed Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS).

Aims/outcomesAt the end of the course the practitioner will be able to:• Accurately identify the symptoms consistent with ACS.• Identify the measures required to exclude differential diagnoses.• Plan appropriate care based on upon the risk associated with the presenting patient assessment.• Utilise a range of data gained from a variety of investigations to effectively manage the care of the patient.

Course content• Acute coronary syndromes- defining terms- overview of pathophysiology• Diagnostic indicators of ACS -1- ECG analysis- Cardiac enzyme assay• Diagnostic indicators of ACS – 2- assessment of chest pain• Group work from a clinical scenario• Feedback from scenario• Risk stratification of the patient with ACSCare of the patient during the initial observation period- priorities of care- rationale for care• Managing the care of the patient receiving

reperfusion therapy- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention- Thrombolysis• Groupwork from patient scenario• Feedback from groupwork• Course evaluation

Assessment & Management ofAcute Coronary SyndromesDuration: 2 days

Dates

London Sep 21 - 22 2006Manchester Oct 23 - 24 2006Glasgow Nov 27 - 28 2006

£229


Dates

London Jul 31 2006Manchester Oct 25 2006

An opportunity to gain an in depth insight into cardiacexercise testing. Suited to trainee and junior CardiacTechnicians, Cardiac Care Nurses and junior doctors.A basic knowledge of ECG reading is needed to gain theoptimal benefit from this course.

Aims / outcomes• Understand the implications and relevance of cardiac

exercise testing and coronary artery disease• Interpret the clinical findings of a positive stress ECG

Course content• Review of the 12 lead ECG• Indications and contraindications for exercise testing• Cardiovascular responses to exercise• Coronary Artery Disease• Review of exercise protocols• Pre-Exercise 12-Lead ECG case studies• Complications of stress ECG• The ‘normal’ ECG response• Abnormal ECG response• Disturbance of conduction and rhythm• Blood Pressure measurements• Pacemaker evaluation• Post Myocardial Infarction• Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA)

and Coronary Artery Bypass Graph (CABG) assessmenttesting

• False Positive & False Negative tests

£119


ExerciseECG TestingDuration: 1 day

Dates

London Oct 16 2006Manchester Nov 22 2006

The day will be of particular interest to those about toundertake degree level specialist training, or those whohave attended the ECG Workshop and have a goodunderstanding of the fundamental principles of Cardiac Careand ECG recognition.

Aims and outcomes• To provide practitioners who want to advance their existing

level of knowledge a stage further.• Understand cardiac conditions alongside ECG recognition

and in the cardiac setting.

Course content• The action potential of a cardiac cell and cardiac

pharmacology• The effect of Myocardial Infarction on the ECG including

haemodynamics, cardiac output, the right sidedmyocardial Infarction

• Pre-arrest situations• Trifasicular blocks• Ventricular Tachycardia versus Supraventricular

Tachycardia• Wolfe Parkinson White Syndrome

£129

Onsite price: £59 per head. See page16 for details.

Advanced Cardiac& ECG SkillsDuration: 1 day

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Suggested Development PathwayCARDIAC CARE

Foundation Training:-• The ECG Workshop (p.8)Enhanced Practice:-• Assessment & Management of Acute Coronary Syndromes (p.9)• Cardiac Catheterisation & Cardiac Pacing (p.10)Advanced Practice:-• Heart & Lung Assessment Masterclass (p.3)

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Dates

London Jul 14 2006Manchester Sep 29 2006Glasgow Oct 20 2006London Nov 27 2006

A practical one-day course focussing not only on obtainingan arterial blood sample but also on interpreting the results.Attendees will receive practical training including infectioncontrol and safety considerations. Due to the practicalnature of the day places are limited.

Aims and outcomes• What ABG samples measure and how to interpret the

result.• Demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy of arteries.• Perform and be aware of dangers and complications of

this invasive technique.• To safely work towards competence.

Course content• Review of anatomy and physiology• Arterial blood gases: metabolic and respiratory acidosis

and alkalosis• Step by step guide to ABG result Interpretation• How to interpret an ABG result and its impact on diagnosis

and treatment rationale• Practical workshop - Site selection• Review of infection control aspects• Arterial Puncture Procedure• Getting it right, dangers and complications• Practical Workshop - technique assessment• Theoretical assessment• Inaccuracies and complications

£149


Arterial Puncture& Blood Gas ResultInterpretationDuration: 1 day

This two day course is intended to enable practitioners to develop the essential patient management skills necessary toidentify and manage the care of the patient requiring Cardiac Catheterisation and Cardiac Pacing.

Aims/outcomesAt the end of the course the practitioner will be able to:• Plan appropriate care based on upon the risk associated with the presenting patient assessment.• Utilise a range of data gained from a variety of investigations to effectively manage the care of the patient.

Cardiac Catheterisation & Cardiac PacingDuration: 2 days

Dates

London Nov 1 - 2 2006Manchester Nov 29 - 30 2006Glasgow Feb 26 - 27 2007

£229


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Course content• Indications and contraindications for Cardiac

Catheterisation• Complications and associated risk• Cardiac catheters & Pressure Transducers• Left Heart catheterisation procedures• Ventriculography & Aortography• Left Heart pressure measurements and recording

technique• Coronary angiography and Percutaneous Transluminal

Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA)• Right Heart catheterisation procedures• Right Heart pressure measurements and recording

technique• Measurting Oxygen saturation• Measurement of Cardiac Output• Clinical case studies

• Review of the cardiac conduction system• The principles and indications for Cardiac Pacing• Temporary & permanent pacing procedure• Bipolar & Unipolar pacing• Pacing leads• Pacemaker system codes• Single chamber pacing and timing cycles• Determination of pacing threshold• Dual chamber pacing and timing cycles• Rate responsive pacing and chronotrophic incompetence• Mode Switching• Potential complications• Biventricular pacing & ECG evaluation• Antitachycardia pacing• Clinical case studies• Patient management

Dates

London Jul 26 2006Manchester Sep 20 2006Glasgow Oct 13 2006

Aimed at all healthcare professionals who need to enhanceor re-new certification of life support skills, this one daypractical programme addresses the immediate needs whenassessing and managing the collapsed patient. Enablingthem to manage patients in cardiac arrest until the arrivalof the cardiac arrest team or ambulance and to participateas members of that team. Successful completion willprovide the candidate with a certificate stating they havedemonstrated skills in Basic Life Support, basic airwaymanagement and manual defibrillation or AED. Trainingadheres to the latest European Resuscitation CouncilGuidelines.

Aims and outcomesTo train cardiopulmonary resuscitation, simple airwaymanagement and safe defibrillation (AED), enabling themto manage patients in cardiac arrest until arrival of a cardiacarrest team and to participate as members of that team.

Course content• Causes and prevention of cardiorespiratory arrest• The ALS algorithm• Basic Life Support (BLS)• BLS practical workshop• The ABCDE approach• Airway management practical workshop including

anatomy, positioning, use of adjuncts and suction• ECG rhythm recognition (basic)• Automatic External Defibrillation (AED)• Practical workshop• Emergency drugs and their delivery• Skills assessment• Evaluation and conclusion

£125


Immediate Life SupportResuscitation Council (UK) Approved

Duration: 1 dayNEW


Suggested Development PathwayCARDIAC CARE

Foundation Training:-• The ECG Workshop (p.8)Enhanced Practice:-• Assessment & Management of Acute Coronary Syndromes (p.9)• Cardiac Catheterisation & Cardiac Pacing (p.10)Advanced Practice:-• Heart & Lung Assessment Masterclass (p.3)

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London Jul 10 2006Glasgow Sep 15 2006Manchester Dec 1 2006

A one day intense programme designed for nurses whowant or need an in-depth update into intravenous care.The day covers all aspects of peripheral intravenous drugand fl uid administration.

Intravenous DrugAdministrationDuration: 1 day £109


Course content:• Accountability and legal aspects of giving IV drugs• Principles of drug administration• Flushing and maintaining the patency• Changing and maintaining administration sets• Flow control devices - drivers and pumps• Principles of asepsis including complications• Methods of IV infusion - bolus, intermittent/

continuous infusion• Presentation of IV drugs - reconstitution, dilution• Problems associated with IV drug administration -

including: pain, phlebitis, rapid administration,fl uid overload, anaphylaxis

• Drug stability and compatibility - precipitation,binding to plastics

Aims and outcomes• To gain a comprehensive overview of the advantages

and complications associated with IV drug administration

Dates

Glasgow Jul 13 2006Manchester Sep 18 2006London Dec 1 2006

Designed for nurses and allied professionals who requirean updater, are new or are returning to the administrationof IV Therapy.

Logically presented from anatomy and physiology, theprocedure and safe maintenance of the line set againstthe care and management of the patient. This course willalso compliment an organisation’s continuing professionaldevelopment programme.

IntravenousTherapyDuration: 1 day £99


Course content:• Anatomy and physiology• Indications and contra-indications for IV Therapy• Legal and professional considerations• Infection Control and Health and Safety issues• Setting up and maintenance of line patency• Fluid and Electrolyte Balance• Infusion devices• Drug calculations conversions, use of formula• Preparation of bolus injections• Using pumps and syringe drivers• Pharmacology - modes of administration, drug

interactions, displacement values, half lives• Conclusion and evaluation

Aims and outcomes• Be alert to and understand the dangers and

complications of IV therapy

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Dates

Dublin Jul 14 2006Glasgow Jul 18 2006London Jul 31 2006Birmingham Sep 27 2006Nottingham Oct 2 2006Manchester Oct 23 2006London Oct 24 2006Dublin Nov 17 2006

Practical and theory training with plenty of opportunityto develop skills and to be assessed on training arms.On successful completion, candidates will be equippedto gain competence at their place of work under ClinicalSupervision of a practitioner who has been deemedcompetent by their employer.

Venepuncture& CannulationDuration: 1 day £139


Course content:• Review of anatomy• Reasons for venepuncture and cannulation• Vein selection• Infection control and Health & Safety• Demonstration of correct technique choice of

equipment and procedure• Practical skills workshop• Complications• Legal and professional responsibilities

Aims and outcomes• Demonstrate an understanding of the vascular

anatomy of the arm.• Perform and be aware of dangers and complications

of these invasive techniques.• To safely work towards competence.

Related courseNeonatal Cannulationsee CPD for Midwives

Dates

London Sep 30 2006Manchester Oct 14 2006

Used in the management of musculo-skeletal injury.It is important that health care professionals have anunderstanding of how the drugs they administer work,are absorbed and are excreted by the body. This day willprovide a good working foundation on the pharmacologyof simple analgesia and Non-Steroidal Anti-infl ammatoryDrugs (NSAID) used in the management of musculo-skeletal pain management.

Aims/outcomesTo enable the participants to gain basic understandingof:• What this group of drugs do to the body• What the body does to the drugs• How drugs get in and out of the body• Common side effects and contra-indications

Course content• General principles of drug interaction• Pharmacokinetics:

Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism and Excretion• Physiology of pain• Managing acute and chronic musculo-skeletal pain• Analgesia and anti-infl ammatory drugs used in musculo-

skeletal injury• Medications bought over the counter and/or prescribed• Dosages and common side effects associated with this

group of drugs.• Professional and legal considerations

Pharmacology of Analgesiaand NSAIDsDuration: 1 day £99


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London Sep 28 2006Manchester Oct 30 2006London Jan 29 2007

This course is perfect for any professional who requires the knowledge and skills to deal with children in an injury/illnesssituation. It offers a range of strategies, clinical skills and current issues to provide confidence to A&E nurses, school andprimary care staff.

Aims/outcomes• To introduce the normal child, development and growth• Explore current issues in caring for children• Provide knowledge related to common injuries and illnesses seen in children

Course contentProfessional and child protection issues

The Injured Child• Normal development and growth• History taking and documentation• Children’s pain management• Upper limb anatomy and examination; Common upper limb injuries• Lower limb anatomy and examination;• ‘The Limping Child’• Head injuries• Wound management and burns• Ear, nose and throat presentations

The Sick Child• Recognition of the sick child• Play and distraction• Respiratory problems• Febrile illness and fitting• Rash recognition• Diarrhoea and vomiting• Evaluation and conclusion

£239


The Injured & Sick ChildDuration: 2 days

Dates

London Oct 4 2006

Half the UK population consult a GP at some time withback pain. UK workers have an average of 3 days off workper year. This workshop is aimed at Nurses, Allied HealthProfessionals and doctors who work in clinical settings suchas A&E, Walk-in Centres, Occupational Health Units andPrimary Care.

Aims/outcomes• Develop a firm understanding of common causes of acute

and common back pain

Course content• What is low back pain?• Anatomy and physiology review• How common is back pain• Intervertebral disc failure• Disc prolapse – signs and symptoms• Other causes of back pain• Chronic back pain• Normal illness behaviour• Abnormal illness behaviour• Is illness behaviour the same as malingering?• Managing chronic pain• Avoiding chronic pain• Occupational low back pain• Ergonomics• Clinical Assessment of back pain• Do the employee and the job match?• Litigation.

£119


Back PainDuration: 1 day

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London Jul 10 2006London Nov 30 2006

The class primarily develops assessment of the anteriorchamber skills and will appeal to nurse practitioners workingin emergency, urgent and primary care settings.

Aims/outcomes• Develop anterior eye chamber assessment skills• Broaden understanding of common eye presentations

and understand current evidence based managementskills

Course content• Revision of ophthalmic anatomy• Taking an ophthalmic history• Assessment technique:• Correct use of examination equipment• Removal of foreign body• Eyelid eversion• Assessment of the eye• Use of fluorescein staining• Identification of common presentations• Current evidence based management• Record keeping

£159


OphthalmologyAssessment MasterclassDuration: 1 day


Suggested Development PathwayASSESSING MINOR EMERGENCIES

Foundation Training:-• Clinical History Taking & Physical Examination (p.2)Enhanced Practice:-• The Injured and Sick Child (p.12)• Adult MInor Injuries (p.13), Adult Minor Illness (p.13)Advanced Practice:-• Heart & Lung Assessment Masterclass (p.3)• Ophthamology Assessment Masterclass (p.12)

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Dates

London Jul 24 - 26 2006Manchester Sep 20 - 22 2006London Nov 13 - 14 2006

This course provides an excellent underpinning on the most common presenting injuries and conditions encountered bynurses and Allied Health Professionals working in Accident & Emergency Departments, Walk-In Centre, Primary Care orTreatment Centres who manage and treat adults with a minor injury and need to develop their knowledge and skills further.

Aims and outcomes• Develop look and feel assessment skills with an understanding of mechanism of injury• Develop confidence in decision making skills and explore current best practice• Demonstrate a good understanding of current patient management rationale and how to apply this to the participant’s own

clinical setting

Course content• Clinical history taking and recording• Mechanism of injury – general principles of musculo-skeletal trauma• Assessment of injury – look, feel move examination• Indications for radiography• Musculo-skeletal injury and management:• Review of anatomy and physiology and healing of bone and soft connective tissue• Shoulder and upper limb: Hip and lower limb• Management of common fractures• Head, neck and back: -Level of consciousness: GCS, NICE (SIGN in Scotland) head injury guidelines.• Ophthalmic and ENT: common presenting conditions and their management• Minor wounds and burns• Review of anatomy: Wound closure, healing and appropriate dressings• Legal and professional responsibility

£329


Adult Minor InjuriesDuration: 3 days

Dates

London Sep 11 - 13 2006Manchester Oct 11 - 13 2006

After completion and following a period of supervised practice this course will equip the attendee with the skills for a safestandard of practice in the management of adults with a minor illness. The course should attract candidates from a variety ofPrimary Care settings, such as Practice Nurses, NHS Walk-in centres, Occupational Health, Ambulance Service, nurse ledminor injury centres as well as accident and emergency departments.

Aims/outcomes• To equip the practitioner with history taking and clinical examination skills to deal with a wide range of minor illness conditions.• Explore current best practice in conjunction with comprehensive documentation.• Provide the theoretical underpinning for a range of commonly encountered conditions.

Course content• Taking a history; communication skills; record keeping, documentation;• Certification (NHS, private); Evidence based practice• Legal and professional responsibilities• How to conduct a physical examination and recognising common presentations:• Upper respiratory tract colds & ‘flu, cough, fever, epistaxis, eyes, ears• Skin: Infections, rashes, wounds, bites and stings, lesions, parasites, allergy• Head, neck and back, headache, head injury, pain, mouth and dental problems• Abdomen: pain, diarrhoea and vomiting, indigestion, constipation• Gynaecology vaginal discharge, pain, menstrual problems, contraception• Mental Health: depression, anxiety, phobiaConclusion & evaluation.

£329


Adult Minor IllnessDuration: 3 days

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Dates

Manchester Oct 17 2006London Nov 15 2006

The day aims to:1. Ensure an understanding of the causes of stroke and

the principles of rehabilitation. Research in Stroke hasproduced a growing body of evidence based interventionsand practice.

2. The whole teams role in the care and management of thediabetic patient is important. It is therefore vital that thesupport worker has a comprehensive understanding ofdiabetes, which is further aim of this day.

Course Content• What is a stroke?• Organisation of stroke services• Normal movement therapy• Assessment of physical activity• Activities of Daily Living: assessment and techniques to

help communication; nutrition & swallowing and stroke• Team working; Patient case studies• What is diabetes?• Anatomy and physiology: basic glucose metabolism• Diagnostic test and investigations• Hypo and Hyperglycaemia - signs and symptoms• What you should do. Treatment of Diabetes• General principles of dietary control• Common treatments - insulin and oral hypoglycaemics• The importance of good diabetic control complications

associated with diabetes

£89


Understanding Diabetes & StrokeA Guide for Support WorkersDuration: 1 day

Dates

London Jul 27 - 28 2006Manchester Oct 26 - 27 2006Glasgow Nov 20 - 21 2006

Forming an integral part of the health care team, the support worker’s role in the care and management of patients is crucial. It istherefore important that the support worker has a comprehensive and safe understanding of vital signs and an excellent grasp ofwhy a person may have collapsed, what to do initially and ongoing as part of a team to handle the situation safely. This two-dayworkshop provides knowledge so that essential skills can be utilised effectively

Aims / outcomes• Enhance local life support training by broadening knowledge base• Develop safe initial assessment and management skills

Course content• What are vital signs, what is normal• When to call for help• Explanation of Cardiac and Respiratory emergenciesWhat is:• Acute Myocardial Infarction; Unstable Angina; Heart Failure Asthma, COPD, Pneumonia; Pneumothorax,

Pulmonary Embolism Shock: hypovolaemia, cardiogenic and septic shock• Level of consciousness: assessing, monitoring and recording• Causes and prevention of cardiorespiratory arrest• Is it safe to approach - Personal safety and casualty safety• Anaphylaxis – recognition, emergency treatment rationale and initial management• An explanation of ABCDE approach to medical emergencies• What the first responder should do• CPR on the floor, on a bed/trolley/couch• Dealing with a collapsed patient in a wheelchair/toilet• Explanation of what CPR aims to do• What is defibrillation and how does it work?• Why we give the patient oxygen• Why we attach monitoring leads• Why we obtain venous access• Record keeping and communication

£199


First Responder Essential Skills for Support WorkersDuration: 2 days

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Manchester Sep 25 2006London Oct 25 2006

This practical and theoretical day equips the candidatewith those skills and explores professional issues. Thecourse has been designed for Support Workers but otherprofessions such as Registered Nurses and Phlebotomistswill not be excluded. The day is 75% practical, andcandidates will have plenty of opportunity to gain skills andto be assessed on training arms. On successful completioncandidates will be equipped with underlining theory andskills to gain competence under Clinical Supervision ofa practitioner who has been deemed competent by theiremployer.

Aims and outcomesto safely:• perform and be aware of dangers and complications of

this invasive technique• demonstrate an understanding of the vascular anatomy

of the arm

Course content• Review of Anatomy• Reasons for venepuncture• Vein selection• Infection control and Health & Safety• Demonstration of correct technique choice of equipment

and procedure• Practical technique workshop• Complications of this invasive procedure• The management of anaphylaxis• Legal and professional responsibilities• Evaluation and conclusion

£119


Venepuncture(phlebotomy)Duration: 1 day

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London Oct 18 2006Manchester Nov 29 2006

This new short course is aimed at band 5 to band 8 Nurses;it will motivate participants to view portfolio developmentas a dynamic life long activity. The Knowledge and SkillsFramework (KSF) is relatively new (NHS, KSF, 2004).This course incorporates the KSF dimensions, expandingportfolio development beyond demonstrating clinicalpractice activities, refl ection and courses attended; toembrace other supporting professional activities. It is alsobroad and designed to be applicable and transferableacross a range of NHS careers. The course will explorea range of interrelated subjects to enhance portfoliodevelopment and to promote life long learning as part ofcareer development.

It has a high level of interactive content and will be facilitatedto engage a wide variety of learning styles; group work,didactic teaching, refl ection, action planning and sharingexperiential learning.

Participants will be required to bring along their KSFoutlines / Job descriptions and portfolio.

AimTo understand Portfolio development in the context of theKnowledge and Skills Framework and to formulate an actionplan, which includes professional and portfolio development.

Course content• Introductions and personal objective setting• Overview of the KSF as it relates to your role• Diagnosing gaps in your portfolio development• Dynamic portfolios – what are they (tips and types)• Planning learning and development for KSF• Assessing outcomes of learning - competencies• What is evidence & collecting evidence for appraisal• Action planning you and your portfolio.

£129


Principles of PortfolioDevelopmentDuration: 1 day

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Dates

London Jul 19 - 21 2006London Nov 22 - 24 2006

Personal effectiveness programme for developing staff using the following methods during the 3 days of the course: Guideddiscussion; scenarios; syndicates, and individual work; presentations, including videos; Inventories and other exercises.The course co-ordinator is Colleen Wedderburn Tate, author of the best selling “Leadership in Nursing”. Over the three daysColleen will be available for one-to-one and small-group coaching and “block buster” sessions.

£329


3 Step Leadership & ManagementDuration: 3 days

Aims and outcomes of:Managing yourself (day one)By the end of the day, participants will have• Identifi ed three personal development needs.• Identifi ed their team role• Identifi ed the key elements of time management.• Identifi ed sources of personal development• Become more confi dent in seeking development

opportunities

Managing others (day two)By the end of this day, participants will be able to:• Identify effective communication techniques to

successfully manage people at work.• Use appropriate behaviours to manage diffi cult

working relationships.• Refl ect on how individual managing styles affect

working relationships.

Managing the job/organisation (day three)By the end of this day, participants will be able to:• Identify own objectives• Identify the use of power and infl uence• Discuss negotiation and confl ict at work in order to

develop their own future strategy• Refl ect on the 3 days in order to develop a plan for

improving job performance

Course content• What do you want?• Learning Objectives Key Learning Points (KLP)• What do you value?• Transactional Analysis.• Maximising your potential• Managing yourself• Politics and power;• Team roles; Leadership; Do you have the time?• Essentials of time management; Managing your boss;

Essentials of Negotiation; People at work;• You in the organisation• Impact of organisational culture• Communication, motivation and rewards• Managing groups and teams; Leadership (barriers and failure)• Group, and team behaviour• Maximising people’s potential• Managing confl ict• Overcoming barriers to managing people at work.• You, the job, and the organisation• Managing uncertainty• Resolving confl icts at work• Networking, marketing yourself• Improving your job performance• KLPs, evaluation, and close

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M&K Events are planning a varied and full programme ofNational Conferences for Autumn/Winter 2006-07, all newconferences are posted on the web site and include:

A Case Management Approach to Chronic Disease andLong Term Conditions,Thursday 14th September, 2006 - Austin Court, Birmingham -Practitioners managing chronic disease and long termconditions are benefi ting from a case management approach.Tools, techniques and the unique blend of public and privatecollaboration are moving services forward.

Advances in Cardiac Care in ScotlandThursday 21st September - GlasgowScotland is responding to the latest initiatives for cardiacpatients from initial diagnosis to long term management.Moving services forward and responding to demands is nowa priority.

Practice Based CommissioningTuesday 3rd October, 2006 - BirminghamPlans must be in place for practice based commissioning byDecember 2006 – what does this mean for service providersand service users?

Nurse Led Admission and Discharge– where to go from hereThursday 30th November, 2006 – ManchesterNurses have more interaction with patients than any otherprofessional group. Are nurse lead services a natural evolutionof the nursing process? Admission and discharge planning isan agenda which is a priority at national and local level.

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All courses in this brochure, along with courseslisted on www.mkupdate.co.uk and bespokeprogrammes can be provided exclusively foryour organisation on an in-house training basis

We call this M&K Onsite

Training for Groups

Benefits include:• Training advice from our experienced clinical team of

training advisers who have in-depth knowledge of thesubjects we can deliver

• Bespoke courses can be designed to focus onyour clinical team or service needs

• Total flexibility of when and where the courseis delivered.

• Best use of your employee’s time• Considerable savings on staff time, travel

and accommodation cost

The fee for M&K Onsite is calculated per course, there areNO minimum numbers, but simply a maximum number wecan allow on a course. You may decide to ‘sell places’ on toneighbouring Trusts to reduce your cost further, we do notmind, in fact we can help.

Examples of bespoke programmesavailable include:• Management of Central Lines• Venepuncture Train the Trainer• Minor Emergencies Training

Onsites fee structure at a glance:

• Onsite fees are per course. Fees include all traveland accommodation.

• There are no minimum numbers, but there is amaximum number

• This number changes depending on the course yourorganisation requires


Example

Typical per head fees are included for courses advertised within this brochure are basedon 20 candidates attending and are exclusive of VAT. Please note Onsite is charged percourse not per attendee. If the course capacity permits, these costs may reduce further.If you have less than 20 candidates the per head rate increases.

For a no obligation quote contact the M&K Onsite team: Tel: 01768 773030Or complete an online Onsite enquiry form at www.mkupdate.co.uk

Opportunities with M&K

Vacancies for Associate TrainersWould you like to join a respected team of 120 AssociateTrainers? The amount of work you will be offered will bedependant on your availability, versatility and popularity ofthe subjects you can cover.

Essentially we offer flexibility.

1. Are you regarded as an expert in your field?

2. Have an ability to teach with a proven teachingtrack record?

3. Preferably still working within a clinical setting?

Associate Trainers work on a freelance self-employed basisand typically work for M&K 1 or 2 days every couple ofmonths. Some do more and one or two less. If you havethe right skills and can cover subjects in demand you mayhave the luxury of picking and choosing how much workyou want.

We are looking for the above and …

Professionals with a proven teaching track record, typicallyworking with class sizes of between 10 and 30, consistingof candidates with varying ability such as newly qualifiedstaff through to nurse consultants. Although a teachingqualification is preferable it is not a prerequisite.

Fees and how much work

M&K pay a free-lance fee plus agreed expenses, this willbe dependant on experience and subject area you cancover.

Travel and accommodation and reproduction of coursematerials is handled by our administration support team.

Rates will be discussed at the informal interview.

How to apply

In the first instance attach a copy of your CV to an email orfax a copy to the address below. A member of our team willthen contact you to advise further.

The next stage will be an informal interview at a locationnear to your home.

Email: [email protected]: 01768 773030 Fax: 01768 781099or online at www.mkupdate.co.uk

Opportunities with M&K EventsThe M&K Events 2006 schedule is probably the mostambitious yet, and is in direct response to the changingtimes we face as practitioners. The events portfolio offersa wide range of clinical subjects to a wide selection ofdisciplines, and is aimed at the multi disciplinary team towhich we entrust the care of our patients. Speakers areleading players in their fields and often renowned for theirability to engage an audience with a presentation thatreflects their expertise and accomplishments.

Are you contributing towards excellence for patientsin a challenging care environment?

Are you a busy professional who has improvedpatient outcomes through evidence-based practice?

Do you believe exploring current practice initiativesand creating a culture of dialogue can benefitpatients, clients and their multidisciplinary carers?

If you answered yes to these questions and you feel yourexperiences could benefit others then we want to hearfrom you!

Tel: 01768 773030 [email protected]

M&K Publishing - Can you writeSince the creation of our publishing service in 2005, anumber of titles have been commissioned. Typically we areinterested in publishing books (and other media), whichaddress up to date clinical needs of modern practitioners.

M&K are now keen to be approached by potential authorsand editors, and in keeping with our CPD portfolio, areparticularly keen to publish clinical works addressing up tothe minute issues as well as works looking at clinical skillsand competencies.

M&K Publishing includes:

• Clinical books• Distant Learning and e-Learning packages• Training Materials and Lecture Notes

If you would like to be involved in the development andwriting of avant-garde books and multi-media please donot hesitate in contacting us:


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Anatomical Models & PostersVisit www.mkupdate.co.uk for our full range

Gray’s Anatomy e-dition 39th edition £149The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice, Text with Continually Updated Online Reference via PINISBN: 0443066760 • Churchill Livingstone • Published December 2004 • Book/Electronic Media • 1600 Pages

This package is impressive and comprehensive, hardcover book, CD Roms and on-line access. One of the most famous books in history is making history all over again! The ‘ultimate truth’ in anatomy. Gray’s Anatomy is the peerless source of reference on all matters concerning human anatomy. The new

39 th edition has been redesigned, reduced in size and rigorously edited to improve readability, remove duplication and thereby produce one of the most radical revisions in the book’s long and distinguished history.

Skin Model (CH-4) £23 (£27.02 inc vat)

Greatly enlarged (105 times), cross-sectional view of human skin showing 3 layers and close-up view of a hair follicle, sweat gland, fatty tissue and more. Does not dissect. Mounted on a base. Size 28x10x33cm (11”x4”x13”).

Human Eye Model (F-10) £97 (£113.98 inc vat)

Dissects into the vitreous humor, retina (anterior & posterior portions) and outer eye (2 parts). On a stand; 6 times enlarged. 12.5 x 14 x 20cm (5” x 5.5” x 8”)

Pancreas, Spleen & Gall Bladder Model (G333) £43 (£50.53 inc vat)

Life-size model that shows several conditions of these organs. Pancreatic cancer, ruptured spleen and duodenal ulcer are illustrated.

Tall Torso (CMT-5) £119 (£139.83 inc vat)

Hand painted and meticulously assembled to simulate human anatomy. Dissects into 19 parts: torso, head (2-parts), brain, lung, (4-parts), heart, trachea, oesophagus and descending aorta, diaphragm, stomach duodenum with

pancreas and spleen, intestines, kidney, bladder (2-parts), liver. Mounted on a base. Ht: 84cm (33.5”)

Colon Model (G334) £43 (£50.53 inc vat)

A model of the large intestines shows the anatomy as well as several common diseases and conditions. The colon is cross-sectioned to show colitis, diverticulitis, diverticulosis, bacterial infection, cancer, spastic colon, and

polyps. Crohn’s disease is shown in an area of the small intestines. The appendix and rectum are also shown. May be removed from the stand. Patient education card is included. Ht: 84cm (33.5”)

Flexible Cervical Column (A-72) 12.5x15x17.5 cm £59 (£69.33 inc vat) Flexible Thoracic Column (A-73) 12.5x15x17.5 cm £59 (£69.33 inc vat)Flexible Lumbar Column (A-74) 12.5x15x17.5 cm £59 (£69.33 inc vat)

Functional models of the vertebrae for each section of the spine. Includes normal intervertebral discs and nerve branches. 12.5 x 14 x 20cm (5” x 5.5” x 8”)

Vertebral Column (CH-59X) £63 (£74.03 inc vat)

Highly detailed, life-size model shows all signifi cant features for each vertebra, including vertebral body, spinous and transverse processes, vertebral notch and spinal canal. Features complete pelvis, sacrum, occipital bone, vertebral artery and nerve branches. Herniated disc between the 3rd and 4th lumbar vertebrae. Ideal teaching model for students, for patient education by nurses, physiotherapists, orthopaedic surgeons and other medical professionals, and for company health

programs on lifting and bending. 2-part stand included. Ht. spine 72.5 cm (29’) stand 86 cm (34.5”)

Plain Skeleton (A-10) £199 (£233.83 inc vat)

A plastic, life-size articulated adult human skeleton for teaching, patient education, and demonstration purposes. The arms and legs are removable for individual study. The skull dissects into 3 parts with the mandible on spring (32 teeth), and has a removable calvarium. Mounted with a metal rod which extends from the sacrum. Includes rolling stand.

Ht: 151 cm (5’ 5”)

Ordering: Delivery is typically: 3-4 weeks for Models and 14 days for posters (models are manufactured & painted in the

USA). Postage & packing: See page 23.

Please send orders and payment or offi cial purchase order to: M&K Update Ltd, The Old Bakery, St. John’s Street, Keswick,

CA12 5AS T: 01768 773030 • F: 01768 781099 • [email protected]

Life Size Human Heart (G10)£79 (£92.83 inc vat)

Depicts atrium cordis, ventricles and cardiac valves. Dissects into 2 parts and is removable from the stand. 12.5 x 12.5 x 22.5cm (5” x 5” x 9”)

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Functional Model of Knee Joint (NS-50 ) £109 (£128.08 inc vat)

This plastic model of the right knee features an exclusive detachable ligament system allowing a complete view of each bone, ligament and cartilage. The ligaments are made of a hard elastic for years of durable use. The ligaments’ fl exibility allows demonstration of the full range of motion, including fl exion, extension, inner and outer rotation.

Can be removed from stand. Dissects. Life-size: 34x17.5x17.5 cm (13.5” x 7” x 7”)

Functional Model of Elbow Joint (NS-52) £104 (£122.20 inc vat)

The right elbow joint model features an exclusive detachable ligament system allows years of use and individual viewing of each bone, ligament and cartilage. This model demonstrates all natural movements of the upper arm and forearm such as extension and fl exion of the upper arm and forearm and rotation movement of the radius. The ligaments are made of a sturdy elastic material. Can be removed from stand. Size: 40x20x22.5 cm (16” x 8” x 9”)

Functional Model of Hip Joint (NS-51) £115 (£135.12 inc vat)

The right hip joint model features an exclusive detachable ligament system that allows years of use and viewing of each bone, ligament and cartilage. This model demonstrates all natural movements of the hip joint and femur including anteversion, retroversion, abduction and internal/external rotation. The ligaments are made of sturdy elastic material that allows years of demonstration. Can be removed from stand. Life-size: 35x20x17.5 cm (14” x 8” x 7”)

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This life-size right shoulder joint features an exclusive detachable ligament system which allows individual viewing of each bone, ligament and cartilage. The model demonstrates all natural movements of the arm and shoulder like raising the arm, front and back swinging, and inner/outer rotation. The ligaments are made of a sturdy elastic material which allows years of demonstration. Can be removed from stand. Size: 25x20x22.5 cm (10” x 8” x 9”)

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Infusion Arm Trainer (AR251)Infusion Arm Trainer, Black (AR251-B)£299 (£351.33 inc vat)

The new arm has been improved and incorporates manynew features resulting in an extremely realistic fi nish whichshows a well developed male left arm in fi ne detail

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• The innovative sealed blood assembly reduces the riskof spillage as fl uids can easily be pumped from onebottle to theother

• Replacement skins and veins are easy to fi t

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Ausculation Trainer & Smartscope™ (AN1142)£1,999 (£2,348.83 inc vat)

• Instructor selectsfrom a menu of heart& lung conditions bywireless remote control• Manikin presents itselfas a real patient withoutvisible ausculationsites • Student mustpalpate to identify correctausculation locations,and will hear differentheart and lung soundsas the Smartscope™is moved to differentlocations on themanikin • A diagnosisof condition selectedby instructor can bemade by comparingthe variations in soundsoccurring at different

sites – just like with a real patient • Lung sounds can bedetected on posterior surface and students can practiceausculation at seven anterior heart sites, heart sounds foreach condition will change as the student moves fromsite to site • Remote control does not have to be pointeddirectly at manikin or stethoscope to operate • One remotecontrol will operate multiple sets of smartscopes™ andmanikins simultaneously • Excellent for group instruction,range is 30m for remote access.

Ausculation trainer includes:

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Male Catheterisation Trainer (AN855)£339 (£398.33 inc vat)

• When inserting a lubricated catheter the student willfeel the normal restrictions caused by the mucosal folds,bulbous urethra and the internal urethral sphincter just priorto the entrance to the bladder.

• When the bladder is successfully entered, water will fl owfrom the catheter.

• Supplied in carrying case with lubricant, catheter and ateaching guide.

Female Catheterisation Trainer (AN856)£339 (£398.33 inc vat)

• The torso of amiddle-aged womanwith the thighsabducted for properpositioning duringcatheterisation.

• The external genitaliaand perineum are

moulded realistically, and the labia minora can be spreadapart to reveal clitoris, urethral orifi ce and vaginal introitus.

• Constructed with bladder reservoir, patent urethra and avalve simulating the internal urethral sphincter.

• Normal feeling of resistance and pressure is experiencedas the lubricated catheter is passed through the urethra,past the sphincter and into the bladder. After successfullyentering the bladder, water will fl ow from the catheter.

• Supplied in carrying case with lubricant, catheter and ateaching guide.

Additional Smartscopes and Manikins are available

CPR Training Manikin with carry bag (AS100)£969 (vat exempt)

For demonstration and practice of defi brillation and CPRtraining. Functions with manual, semiautomatic, andautomatic defi brillators Complete CPR capabilities Thearrhythmia/ pacing simulator recreates 17 adult heartrhythms and 17 paediatric rhythms With an external pacer,you can simulate electronic capture. You can also simulatecardioversion with manual, semi-automatic, or automaticdefi brillation Includes ten mouth/nose pieces, ten airwaysystems with lung, ALS chest post set, arrhythmiasimulator and soft carry bag.

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Arterial Puncture Arm Simulator (AN995)£339 (£398.33 inc vat)

This realistic arm model is ideal for practising anddemonstrating drawing arterial blood samples formonitoring blood gases. Students can identify puncturelocations through palpitation of the pulse at either the radialor brachial sites. Supplied in carrying case with fl uid supplybag, syringes, needles, 500 ml artifi cial arterial blood, tworeplacement sections of artery and teaching guide

Tytan Cardiology Stethoscope (W57613) £52 inc VAT

Stainless Steel construction. Includes 2 sets of ear tips and spare diaphragm. Non-chill rim on diaphragm and bell. Choice of 4 colours - black, navy blue, hunter green, burgundy)

Eurolight Diagnostic Set (W57613) £106 inc VAT

Includes - 1 x Eurolight E10 Ophthalmoscope Head 1 x Eurolight C10 Otoscope. Head 1 x battery handle withscrew closure 20 x disposable ear funnels (10 x 2.5mm & 10 x 4.0mm) Matching fabric bag.

Telescopic Persussor (W4824) £17.50 inc VAT

Hammer head disc folds fl at. Stainless steel telescopic body.

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This UK book offers a practical, systematic approach to care for a wide range of trauma presentations. It encompasses the whole range of trauma care (including pre-hospital care) and the nurse’s contribution. Chapters are included on the relevant biosciences which are easy to understand and will appeal to all levels of nurse who want to expand their underpinning

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Discusses all types of surgery so will be applicable to nurse working in all settings where they will encounter patients recovering from surgery. The nursing care is underpinned by the relevant research fi ndings to ensure evidence-based practice. Focuses on nursing role. Relevant A&P and relevant pathophysiology are covered to aid understanding of the common

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This unique resource discusses the most common health care problems seen in the critical and trauma/emergency settings — using a systems approach with a focus on current practice standards. Each chapter offers a consistent disorder format and covers a wide-range of information from emergent to critical care nursing.

Bariatric Surgery M&K price £35.991416027939 • Saunders Sept 2005 • H/back • 240pp

From the ‘surgical clinic’ series, this issue addresses the natural history of obesity, the operative and non-operative options for treatment, the metabolic basis for obesity and its metabolic consequences, post-operative expectations, complications, and a candid discussion of the pro’s and con’s of the operative approach, including fi nancial considerations.

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The most comprehensive UK Adult Nursing core text, now in its third edition, for the next generation of nurses. This best selling textbook has been revised and updated to present the knowledge and skills required for competent, evidence-based nursing practice, whilst maintaining the thorough approach that was welcomed in the fi rst two editions.

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Assuming little or no specialist knowledge of wound care, this book introduces the reader to a nursing framework for wound care which focuses on the patient and their nursing care, rather than simply on the wound. Both students and practicing nurses in hospitals and the community will fi nd this book an informative textbook and a stimulating reference for

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Acute Medical Emergencies, 2/eM&K price £21.990443100489 • Churchill Livingstone June 2006 • p/back • 456pp • 53 Illust

This book bridges the gap between a pure nursing text and a medical guide to emergency admissions. Practical advice is laid out in a clear, accessible style with extensive use of lists, tables and boxes to highlight critical nursing tasks and enable quick location of vital information. Case studies help link theory to practice. The second edition has been fully updated throughout and

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Infection control is now a major issue in clinical practice. The third edition of this highly successful book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of infection control and prevention, and the basic elements of microbiology and epidemiology that underpin them.

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Bates’ Visual Guide to Physical Examination 4th Edition

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Head-to-Toe Assessment of the Adult 0-7817-5859-9 Aug 04 £217.00*

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Clinical Pharmacology For NursesM&K price £19.990443072086 • Churchill Livingstone Sept 2004 • p/back • 400pp • 87 Illust

With the important part played by nurses in theadministration of drugs and in recording theireffects, and developments in nurse prescribing,an understanding of pharmacology and itsapplication to patient care is an integral part ofpre and post-registration nursing education. Thispopular textbook has two main aims: To give an

up-to-date account of the action and use of drugs in the treatmentand prevention of disease. To explore the principles underlying drugusage.

Cardiology An Illustrated Colour TextM&K price £21.990443072418 • Churchill Livingstone Feb 2005 • p/back • 176pp • 364 illust

This is another offering in the excellent ICT series.The greatest attraction of the series, this bookincluded, is its presentation. Each topic is dealtwith in a double page spread so the reader is notoverwhelmed with information. A lot of attentionhas gone into the layout and editing. A colourfullypresented up to the minute account of modern

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Nursing Ethics, 5/eM&K price £23.990443101388 • Churchill Livingstone June 2006 • p/back • 424pp • 20 illust

Nursing ethics offers a highly practical approachwith a direct focus on ethical issues that might beencountered by health practitioners in training, inpractice and in management. It is also interactiveand case-based, encouraging readers to refl ecton their current and future areas of practice. Theconcluding chapters discuss the role of moral

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Introduction to Medical Terminology for Health Care,4/e, A Self-Teaching Package M&K price £20.990443100756 • Churchill Livingstone June 2006 • p/back • 352pp • 210 illust

A knowledge of medical terminology is essentialfor employment in many health care professions.This attractive and easy to use self-teaching textprovides a simple, interactive and comprehensiveguide to the language of medicine.

Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 3/eM&K price £41.991416002103 · Saunders May 2006 • p/back • 832pp • 482 illust

Completely updated, with a new companion CD-ROM bound into the back, the book continuesto present the essential concepts of diseaseprocesses. Intentionally not meant to be inclusive,this popular text focuses on major disorders andother selected disorders to provide a concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals.

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This new edition meets the high standards setby the previous editions. It presents upto- date,evidence-based expert knowledge, enabling nursesto deliver effective patient-focused care. The bookis clear, unambiguous and easy to understand..

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Physical Assessment for NursesM&K price £19.991405105909 • Blackwell Science 2004 • 368pp • 239 Illust

A new book aimed at all advanced nurse practitionersand nurses preparing to become advanced nursepractitioners. It forms the foundation for extendingpractice. The text explores best practice in historytaking and summarises the key clinical skills neededto develop and improve physical examination skills.

Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination & History TakingNEW M&K price £36.000781767180 • Springhouse Dec 2005 • 992pp • 1400 illust

The book features a vibrant full-colour designwith over 1,400 drawings and photographs and aclear, simple two column format with examinationtechniques on the left and abnormalities andinterpretations on the right. Highlights of thisedition include greater emphasis on patientcommunication and interview techniques, a

new chapter on the older adult, and over 200 new drawings andphotographs of abnormalities. A new front-of-book CD-ROM includesbreath sounds as well as heart sounds, plus videos of head-to-toeexamination.

Fundamentals of Lung and Heart Sounds with CD-ROM,3/e M&K price £35.990323025285 • Mosby April 2004 • h/back • 192pp • 85 illust

Designed to help readers understand the originsof lung and heart sounds, this text and CD provideall the essential information needed to interpretcardiopulmonary auscultation for accurate, effi cientpatient care. Content has been expanded in thisedition to include cardiac anatomy and physiologyand basic heart sounds, in addition to coverage

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