Continuing Professional Development: Acute community-acquired pneumonia
Abstract
Overview
This Continuing Professional Development (CPD) module will explore acute community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). The pathophysiology and epidemiology of CAP will be discussed, before highlighting key diagnostic features and how it can be managed by paramedics in the pre-hospital setting.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this module you will be able to:
Outline the definition, pathophysiology and epidemiology of acute community-acquired pneumonia.
Identify the key diagnostic features of acute pneumonia, including the causes and physical presentation.
Outline how acute community-acquired pneumonia can be managed by paramedics.
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