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Optometry
Peripheral ulcerative keratitis

The purpose of this review is to give an overview of the pathophysiology, aetiology, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of PUK.

3 CPD points

Optometry
Macular oedema after uncomplicated phacoemulsification

To assess macular thickness changes after uncomplicated phacoemulsification using spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT).

1 CPD point

Pharmacy
Advances in the Cystic Fibrosis Drug Development Pipeline

To understand and have knowledge of the drug treatment options for patients with cystic fibrosis.

3 CPD points

Pharmacy
Antibiotic-Drug Interactions in the Intensive Care Unit

To improve knowledge of antibiotic-drug and antibiotic-antibiotic interactions in the intensive care.

3 CPD points

Physiotherapy
Presence of pain in South African manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injury

This study aims to determine the presence of pain, the sociodemographic and injury profile of community-dwelling manual wheelchair users.

2 CPD points

Physiotherapy
Same-day discharge after early mobilization and increased frequency of physiotherapy following hip and knee arthroplasty

Determine and compare hospital length of stay (LOS) (hours), patient satisfaction (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)), patient safety (30-day re-admission) and cost between the two cohorts.

1 CPD point

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Some of the Latest Express Online Courses for November 2024 - Available Through Annual Membership

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Optometry
Effects of postural changes on measured intraocular pressure and repeatability of PT-100 tonometer and agreement with applanation and indentation tonometry

This study aimed to determine the effect of change in head and neck position and body posture on the repeatability of intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements with PT-100 non-contact tonometer and compare with Goldmann, PT-100 and Schiøtz tonometer readings.

2 CPD points

Optometry
The perceived role and relevance of South African optometric professional and regulatory bodies

This study evaluated South African optometrists' perceptions of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the South African Optometric Association (SAOA), revealing confusion over their roles and a need for improved advocacy and enforcement.

2 CPD points

Pharmacy
New Potential Pharmacological Options for Endometriosis Associated Pain

A review of the current treatment landscape for endometriosis associated pain.

3 CPD points

Podiatry
Reporting of Research Ethics in Studies Focusing on Foot Health in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Reporting research ethics in studies on foot health in patients with rheumatoid arthritis is fragmented, focusing predominantly on ethical approval and informed consent and lacking a discussion about research ethics.

3 CPD points

Podiatry
Nature and extent of outpatient podiatry service utilisation in people with diabetes undergoing minor foot amputations

To create greater awareness of the risks of diabetic-related foot complications that could result in amputations in the lower limbs, as well as the role that a podiatry lead multidisciplinary team could play in reducing these complications.

3 CPD points

Physiotherapy
Motor function, muscle strength and health-related quality of life of children perinatally infected with HIV

The article aims to assess motor function, muscle strength, and health-related quality of life in children aged 5–10 years who are perinatally infected with HIV, highlighting the need for developmental screening and early intervention in this population.

2 CPD points

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