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
