Learning Case-based learning: nutrition and feeding considerations for hospitalised neonates When neonates are faced with feeding constraints, it is important that pharmacists work effectively within the multidisciplinary team to improve decision-making and provide effective support for mothers and families.…Published: 18 March 2025
Learning Prescribing dilemma: angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for heart failure in an older patient The fourth article of our new prescribing dilemmas series, exploring real-world dilemmas that pharmacist prescribers encounter in clinical practice.…Published: 10 December 2024
Learning Cardiac chest pain: identification, referral and management in primary care Chest discomfort is a common symptom with several possible causes. This article outlines how pharmacists can differentiate symptoms and identify when patients are likely to be experiencing myocardial ischaemia.…Published: 8 October 2024
Learning Lipid-lowering therapies for the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease in primary care An overview of updated guidance relating to the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease can be applied in practice, considering the availability of newer medications.…Published: 27 September 2024
Learning Paediatric arrhythmias: pathophysiology, types and pharmaceutical management While many arrhythmias in children are harmless, it is vital to distinguish between the different types to ensure that potentially harmful ones are identified early and treatment plans are optimised for the patient.…Published: 16 July 2024
Learning Lung cancer: screening, diagnosis and management An overview of the symptoms of suspected lung cancer, treatment strategies and current national screening programmes and pilots.…Published: 14 June 2024
Learning Case-based learning: chronic breathlessness in adults The causes and management of breathlessness in adults, with a focus on chronic breathlessness.…Published: 5 April 2024
Learning Pulmonary hypertension: recognition, diagnosis and management An overview of the pathogenesis, recognition, diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension.…Published: 26 March 2024
Learning Hypertension: pharmacological management An overview of the pharmacological management of hypertension and the role of the pharmacist prescriber in general practice.…Published: 2 January 2024
Learning Test yourself: the 2023 CPD and Learning quiz Assess your knowledge on topics ranging from infectious diseases, to professional skills, to cardiology, in our end-of-year CPD and learning quiz.…Published: 8 December 2023
