This course provides the primary health care nurse with the knowledge and practical tools needed to improve diagnosis, management and prevention of osteoporosis in general practice.
Module 1: Introduction & the impact of osteoporosis.
Module 2: Bone biology basics & diagnosis of osteoporosis.
Module 3: Managing osteoporosis with medication.
Module 4: Diet, exercise, lifestyle & falls risk.
Module 5: Practice nurse coordination of osteoporosis care.
- All 5 modules must be completed within 6 months.
- Pre-course assessment is included.
- Modules must be completed in order.
