Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes. It includes the following elements:

• Management
  • Specifically DMARDs both conventional and biological
• Monitoring
  • Referral triggers and symptom recognition
• Optional quiz to assess learning goals from the course
• Audit suggestion
• Links to helpful resources

Goals

During this course you will learn to:

• Understand the two categories of disease modifying antirheumatic drugs.
• Understand their mechanism of action.
• Understand the potential adverse effects associated with these drugs.
• Undertake monitoring of these drugs.
• Recognize when to contact specialist services when needed.

Audit Suggestions

Topics covered