Course description
Chickenpox, a highly contagious viral illness, primarily affects children but can also be contracted by adults, albeit less commonly. While typically mild in children, adults, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk of complications. This CPD module delves into the most recent guidance concerning pain relief methods, treatment using varicella zoster immunoglobulin and acyclovir, management strategies for pregnant women and young infants exposed to chickenpox, and equips you with practical advice to offer your patients in dealing with itch symptoms.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the latest guidelines and research in relation to chickenpox in young children
- Be able to spot the signs and symptoms of chickenpox
- Be able to educate parents and carers about self-care options for chickenpox
Free CPD for UK health professionals
At the Health Professional Academy, we've developed a personalised, free of charge, learning platform, specifically for UK healthcare professionals, to support you in practice. We understand time is limited and that guidance is constantly changing and so we provide our...