Course Description
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions in older people, and its impact on mobility, comfort and independence can be profound. For those working with older people, having a sound understanding of this condition is vital. Care staff play a crucial role in recognising the signs, responding to the challenges and providing the right support. Without the right knowledge, osteoarthritis can easily go unnoticed or unmanaged, leading to unnecessary pain, emotional distress and a decline in overall quality of life.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, the learner should be able to:
* Define osteoarthritis
* Describe the risk factors for osteoarthritis
* Recognise signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis
* Identify physical and psychological impacts of osteoarthritis in older people
* Explain management options for osteoarthritis
Course Code:
AOC17264-B-R-NZCPD Points:
0.5Course Availability:
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Care & ClinicalSubject Matter Expert:
Dr Doug White
Doug is a New Zealand based Rheumatologist, who provides thorough, personalised and expert care of inflammatory rheumatic disorders, including autoimmune inflammatory disorders, crystal arthritis, connective tissue disorders, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. He holds a postgraduate qualification in musculoskeletal medicine and paediatric rheumatology and trained in centres in the UK and Australia, before settling here in New Zealand in 2010.
Doug is passionate about the use of technology and new media in healthcare and has developed materials for patients and healthcare providers to improve understanding of rheumatic diseases. Doug believes that research is an integral part of providing good care and has contributed to numerous national and international research projects. He has been the Honorary Secretary of the New Zealand Rheumatology Association, and is a current member of the Rheumatology Audit Partnership New Zealand and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
