This module covers the assessment, investigation and management of injuries to the bones of the midface; the zygoma, zygomatic arch, maxilla, orbit and nose.…
Ultrasound: Skills of carrying out Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Assessment (AAA)
This module describes focused ultrasound for suspected abdominal aortic aneurysm.…
Ultrasound: Skills of carrying out Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma (FAST)
FAST involves assessment of the peritoneal cavity, pleural cavity and pericardial space. Learning that free fluid is present facilitates the most appropriate management plan.…
Tracheostomy Emergencies in Adults
Tracheostomy emergencies are rare in the ED but are associated with high mortality and morbidity. It is therefore essential that ED practitioners are competent in assessing and stabilising patients wi…
Asthma in Adults
This module focuses on the treatment of adult patients with previously diagnosed asthma that present to the ED with an acute episode of breathlessness.…
Initial Assessment of the Eye
This module covers the initial assessment of eye and visual problems in the Emergency Department.…
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome
This module covers Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), which is an iatrogenic complication of fertility treatment.…
Diagnosis of Shock
This module covers the assessment and management of shock in the emergency department.…
Carbon Dioxide Transport in Blood
The module covers important aspects of the transport and exchange of carbon dioxide.…
Pancreatitis
This module provides information on Pancreatitis, including the diagnosis, basic science, assessment and management.…
Cardiogenic Pulmonary Oedema
This module discusses cardiogenic pulmonary oedema, covering its causes, clinical assessment, management and long-term outcomes.…
Status Epilepticus
Status epilepticus, a state of prolonged, uncontrolled seizures, is a common emergency department presentation that is potentially life-threatening.…
Acute Lower Back Pain
Low back pain is a very common problem and it is estimated that 80% of the population suffer from it at some stage of their life. It is also a common presentation to emergency departments.…
Testicular Pain
An introduction to the assessment and management of acute testicular pain with reference to the anatomy. The module focuses on the importance of recognising and promptly managing testicular torsion.…
Soft Tissue and Skin Injury Descriptions in the ED
This module aims to provide the learner with an overview of common types of skin and soft tissue injuries, how best to accurately describe these, and considers the mechanism most likely to be responsi…
Surgical Management of Acute Wounds in the ED
This learning session focuses on improving the practitioners’ skills and knowledge of wound management in an emergency department setting…
Helicopter Safety and Familiarisation
In undertaking emergency medical or rescue work the helicopter and its crew may operate under difficult conditions but safety must underpin all missions. This module covers aspects of helicopter safet…
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
This learning session discusses the core concepts underlying the pathophysiology and management of DIC in the Emergency Department.…
Cardiac Arrest in Special Circumstances: Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis-induced Cardiac Arrest…
Pre-Hospital Communication
This module covers the principal modalities used in pre-hospital communication.…