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CPD learning module: risk, assessment and management of prostate cancer

CPD learning module: risk, assessment and management of prostate cancer

Module Summary

Just under 50,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year in the United Kingdom making it the most common cancer in men. This module should give you a greater understanding of the disease, and help you recognise the symptoms and support the patient. 

Learning Objectives

  • Help you recognise the symptoms of prostate cancer
  • Understand the treatments.
  • The role of the nurse in caring for the patient. 

Author

Dr Anish Kotecha, a GP partner in a surgery in South Wales and MacMillian GP facilitator.

The full module can be found on the Nursing in Practice Learning website.

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