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CPD – case-based: Telephone triage and coronavirus

CPD – case-based: Telephone triage and coronavirus

CPD Module Summary: Telephone triage and coronavirus

This case-based module will guide you through the latest evidence in the use of telephone triage, with particular reference to the current coronavirus pandemic.

Key learning points: 

  1. The basics of telephone triage
  2. How to assess shortness of breath
  3. Self-isolation and shielding

Complete the CPD module here to gain your certificate and log 1 CPD hour towards revalidation

Author

Dr Toni Hazell is a GP in north London

 

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