Acute Medicine (ACUMEN)
- Authored and reviewed by an expert panel of acute physicians
- Clinical scenario-based teaching to make you confident in evaluating, diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions
- Media-rich teaching materials providing you engaging experience better than textbook learning
- Developed using highest professional quality standards
- One day hands-on simulation training on Basic Life support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association (AHA)
Acute Medicine (ACUMEN)
Key Features
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Authored and reviewed by an expert panel of acute physicians -
Clinical scenario-based teaching to make you confident in evaluating, diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions -
Media-rich teaching materials providing you engaging experience better than textbook learning -
Developed using highest professional quality standards -
One day hands-on simulation training on Basic Life support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association (AHA)
- Course Duration 12 Months
- Next Batch Date2nd Oct 2023
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Course Description
The course Acute Medicine (ACUMEN) has been designed to provide comprehensive coverage of various aspects of acute medical care. ACUMEN has been developed by the Royal College of Physicians, The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, in collaboration with Health Education England e-Learning for healthcare. The course content has been authored by leading clinical experts in the UK, which is renowned for its expertise in acute medicine. So, it meets the highest quality standards.
You will get an opportunity to practice your skills in diagnosing and managing a wide range of acute medical conditions. There is a combination of case-based learning and knowledge sessions in the course. The case-based exercises will help you practice your skills in handling various emergency medical conditions using a virtual patient. Your performance will be compared against the expected responses given by expert clinicians and this feedback will help you identify any knowledge gaps.
You will learn how to:
- Review the medical history
- Perform virtual examination
- Create a management plan
- Review the patient outcomes
Apart from the case scenarios, there are knowledge sessions authored by practising clinicians from the UK that will help you consolidate your learning. These sessions include many interactive features such as self-assessment exercises to reinforce learning. You can retake the sessions as many times as needed and record your progress online.
The course is aimed at clinical trainees handling acute medicine cases. In the Indian setting, this course will be beneficial to all doctors managing emergency cases including those working in primary care, emergency department, internal medicine and critical care departments.
Curriculum:
ACUMEN includes real-life scenarios and knowledge-based sessions which cover 65 major clinical presentations managed by acute medical units.
These include:
• Emergency presentations, such as the unconscious patient and cardio-respiratory arrest
• Common symptoms-based presentations, such as breathlessness and chest pain
• Less common symptoms in acute care
Course Eligibility:
• General Physicians, Specialists, and Interns
• Should be a resident of a country in Asia, Middle East, or Africa region.
Course validity: 13 months. There will be an extra charge on the extension of the course validity.
Certification:
On successfully completing all the learning you will receive:
Acute Medicine (Acumen) Course Completion Certificate
The certificate is a record of completion of the e-Learning material and where applicable, successful completion of any associated summative assessments. It does not constitute certification of a formal qualification in Acute Medicine.
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Course Outline
Emergency conditions
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- Abdominal Pain
- Anaphylaxis
- Cardio-respiratory Arrest
- Shocked Patient
- Unconscious Patient
Main conditions
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- Acute Back Pain
- Acute Confusion
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Blackout/Collapse
- Breathlessness
- Chest Pain
- Cough
- Diarrhoea
- Falls
- Fever
- Fits/Seizure
- Haematemesis and Melaena
- Headache
- Jaundice
- Limb Pain and Swelling
- Palpitation
- Poisoning
- Rash
- Vomiting and Nausea
- Weakness and Paralysis
Other conditions
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- Haemoptysis
- Hoarseness and Stridor
- Hypothermia
- Immobility
- Joint Swelling
- Medical Complications Following Surgery
- Medical Problems in Pregnancy
- Micturition
- Speech Disturbance
- Syncope/Pre-syncope
- Unsteadiness
Course Outline
- Abdominal Pain
- Anaphylaxis
- Cardio-respiratory Arrest
- Shocked Patient
- Unconscious Patient
- Acute Back Pain
- Acute Confusion
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Blackout/Collapse
- Breathlessness
- Chest Pain
- Cough
- Diarrhoea
- Falls
- Fever
- Fits/Seizure
- Haematemesis and Melaena
- Headache
- Jaundice
- Limb Pain and Swelling
- Palpitation
- Poisoning
- Rash
- Vomiting and Nausea
- Weakness and Paralysis
- Haemoptysis
- Hoarseness and Stridor
- Hypothermia
- Immobility
- Joint Swelling
- Medical Complications Following Surgery
- Medical Problems in Pregnancy
- Micturition
- Speech Disturbance
- Syncope/Pre-syncope
- Unsteadiness
Accreditation By:
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NHS
The National Health Service as a single organization so, as we work to improve care for the patient.
Our approach to delivering the NHS Long Term Plan will balance national direction with local autonomy to secure the best outcomes for patients. Local implementation will be led by clinicians and leaders who are directly accountable for patient care and making efficient use of public money. -
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is a community of health professionals collaborating to develop and enhance patient care. They are proud to be the only Royal College in the UK to welcome members from around the world from every medical specialty. A wide range of opportunities and resources are offered to the members of the College to reinforce career development through foundation year, core, specialty training, and beyond. Their approach to learning and professional development enables members across all disciplines to both contribute to the delivery of education, examinations, and peer support, and learn from colleagues and experts at all stages of their career.
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Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is an independent organization that sets the specialty training standards for healthcare professionals. Their mission is to meet the professional and educational needs of doctors, promote clinical standards and public health. With over 12,000 Fellows and Members in 91 countries, covering 56 medical specialties and interests, they have a strong presence internationally and in the UK.
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Royal College of Physicians
The Royal College of Physicians of London is the oldest medical college in England, was founded in 1518 by a Royal Charter from King Henry VIII. The college often plays a key role in raising the standards and shaping public health. Their core mission is the advancement of health and healthcare through advocacy, education, and research.
The RCP is an independent patient-centered and clinically led organization, that works towards improving the diagnosis of disease, the care of individual patients, and the health of the entire population both in the UK and across the globe. They work with the government, politicians and other policymakers, royal colleges, and other sector organizations to drive quality improvement in healthcare.
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e-Learning for Healthcare
Formed in April 2007, e-Learning for Healthcare delivered a successful pilot with the Radiology-Integrated Training Initiative (R-ITI) which generated a model for the future delivery of generic and professional healthcare training. They are now all set to deliver a range of programs. To develop e-learning programs to help the healthcare workforce, e-LfH transitioned across to Health Education England. They are in the process of delivering 400+ e-learning programs in collaboration with organizations like Royal Colleges, Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, and NHS Improvement and Public Health England.
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- To get an extension of the course you have taken up, please drop us a mail at [email protected]. You can get a 30 days extension of the course duration and you would be charged 10% of the course fee as course extension charges.
How are the course assessments made and in what form?
- The assessment is conducted at multiple intervals as the course progresses. Each chapter ends with a multiple-choice quiz. Learners must answer at least 60% of the questions correctly in all to pass.
What if I am not able to clear the final test at each level in the first attempt?
- You will be given three attempts to clear the tests. If you are not able to clear the final test for the level in three attempts, you will have to pay re-activation fees. Write to us at [email protected]
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- Yes!! We provide 3 attempts to attend the quiz.
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- If you feel that something is wrongly mentioned, you can write at [email protected], to direct it to the academics team.
What certification will I get at the end of the course?
- After completing the course content and assessments with a minimum score of 60% in each module, you will receive a certificate in Masterclass in Obstetrics and Gynecology which includes your name, course name, and the date of completion, which will be generated in your account. No salutations will be added to the name.
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- Once you successfully pass each level, your e-Certificate will be generated in the learning management system.
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- The certificate is available online and can be downloaded for printing a hard copy.
What happens if I lose my certificate?
- Certificate can be downloaded anytime from your account. However, if our team has valid information with proof of completion, then we can provide the certificate.
What if I have any concerns regarding the program delivery or what if I have any suggestions to improve the quality of the course?
- For any feedback regarding the course, please write to us at [email protected]
Next Batch Start Date 2nd Oct 2023
Course Duration
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Accreditation By:
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NHS
The National Health Service as a single organization so, as we work to improve care for the patient.
Our approach to delivering the NHS Long Term Plan will balance national direction with local autonomy to secure the best outcomes for patients. Local implementation will be led by clinicians and leaders who are directly accountable for patient care and making efficient use of public money. -
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is a community of health professionals collaborating to develop and enhance patient care. They are proud to be the only Royal College in the UK to welcome members from around the world from every medical specialty. A wide range of opportunities and resources are offered to the members of the College to reinforce career development through foundation year, core, specialty training, and beyond. Their approach to learning and professional development enables members across all disciplines to both contribute to the delivery of education, examinations, and peer support, and learn from colleagues and experts at all stages of their career.
-
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is an independent organization that sets the specialty training standards for healthcare professionals. Their mission is to meet the professional and educational needs of doctors, promote clinical standards and public health. With over 12,000 Fellows and Members in 91 countries, covering 56 medical specialties and interests, they have a strong presence internationally and in the UK.
-
Royal College of Physicians
The Royal College of Physicians of London is the oldest medical college in England, was founded in 1518 by a Royal Charter from King Henry VIII. The college often plays a key role in raising the standards and shaping public health. Their core mission is the advancement of health and healthcare through advocacy, education, and research.
The RCP is an independent patient-centered and clinically led organization, that works towards improving the diagnosis of disease, the care of individual patients, and the health of the entire population both in the UK and across the globe. They work with the government, politicians and other policymakers, royal colleges, and other sector organizations to drive quality improvement in healthcare.
-
e-Learning for Healthcare
Formed in April 2007, e-Learning for Healthcare delivered a successful pilot with the Radiology-Integrated Training Initiative (R-ITI) which generated a model for the future delivery of generic and professional healthcare training. They are now all set to deliver a range of programs. To develop e-learning programs to help the healthcare workforce, e-LfH transitioned across to Health Education England. They are in the process of delivering 400+ e-learning programs in collaboration with organizations like Royal Colleges, Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, and NHS Improvement and Public Health England.
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