Course information
This course on Spirometry Interpretation is aimed at anyone who has no requirement to perform spirometry whose role is to numerical interpret results (reporting).
It can be used by those who have previously undertaken spirometry training or education and now wish to focus on interpretation only. The course will help to prepare you for the interpretation only part of the ARTP register by teaching a systematic approach and using case studies to support reflective practice.
The seven-step approach to ensuring a trace is ‘fit for purpose’ and can be go on and be interpreted or reported was created by our clinical expert who has also written and designed the e-learning (Chris Loveridge).
Chris has years of experience in working clinically alongside training and education. She was part of the working party that created ‘A guide to quality assured spirometry in primary care’ (2013) and authored the 10 steps to interpretation.
The difference between numerical (reporting) and clinical interpretation will be explored but with a clear focus on HOW TO interpret. A variety of case studies will be used (Normal, Obstructive, Reversible, Restrictive and Combined) and discussion around new guidelines and recommendations will be included.
As with all our courses there are PP video presentations for each session, with interactive knowledge checks and guided learning activities which offer further learning. The final assessment after 6 sessions will consolidate the learning that has taken place.
Course content
By the end of the course, the course learners will be able to:
- Critically appraise numerical spirometry against a clinical presentation and identify next steps.
- Reflect on current/past practice of spirometry interpretation utilising a systematic approach.
- Consider accuracy of report writing to enable others to understand and action appropriately.
- Identify ongoing training needs to ensure early and accurate diagnosis and Identify own role in support of peers and others within workplace.
Online course details
Please note: once you have completed the registration form, your details will be passed to the training provider who will contact you in due course with details on how to access the online learning.
Course length = 7.5 hours
Access = 1 month to complete
Presented in 6 defined sessions of approximately 75 minutes learning and activities (per session) this course provides reflective case studies on numerical interpretation (reporting) with a systematic approach (Seven Steps) to underpin them.
It will cover:
- A systematic approach to spirometry interpretation
- Normal or Lower Limit of Normal (LLN)
- An obstructive picture
- Reversibility – a pragmatic approach
- Restriction – what next?
- Combined or mixed pattern
Course eligibility
This CPD course is for Practice Nurses and Allied Health Care Professionals. Please check here if you are eligible for these funded courses.
Please note: By applying for any of these training courses, you/your practice will not be able to also claim your £333 allocated CPD funding.
