Asthma Australia ACT, in collaboration with the Asthma Support Network will be hosting a one day Asthma Update for Nurses on Tuesday 26th June 2018.
This one day workshop is designed for nurses working with people who have asthma and their families/carers. The workshop will update participants with the information and skills needed to undertake asthma education and work with patients to become better managers of their condition.
When:
Tuesday, 26 June 2018, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Where
Canberra Southern Cross Club - Private Dining Room
92-96 Corinna Street, Woden ACT 2606
Cost
This is a FREE workshop
Topics
Topics can vary depending on the needs of the group but will focus around:
· What is asthma?
· Asthma meds, delivery devices and technique
· Asthma and linked conditions including allergic rhinitis
· Providing education and support to patients and community referrals
Workshop DeliveryThe workshop is delivered face-to-face utilising a variety of interactive teaching/learning strategies and resource materials focusing on how to provide patient-centred education and support. The workshop is not designed for participants seeking conference-style in-depth medical and scientific information.
Workshop Assessment and EvaluationParticipants in the workshop will be asked to complete a series of questionnaires to assess confidence and current delivery of asthma education. Questionnaires will be administered prior to the workshop, after the workshop, and at 6 months post workshop. Additionally, participants will be asked to complete a workshop feedback form at the end of the workshop.
Issue of Record of Attendance
Participants will receive a record of attendance after all workshop sessions are finalised.
How to apply?Please complete the following registration form and email to Janinel [at] asthmaact.org.au or fax to 02 6282 4126 by COB Monday, 18 June 2018.
Please register as soon as possible as there is limited space.
