Anticoagulation
Anticoagulation module 1: Introduction to antithrombotic therapy
Released 27 October 2021 Programme: Anticoagulation 1 CPD/CME credit
- Understand the role of Virchow’s triad
- Discuss the coagulation cascade
- Recognise key aspects of platelet function
- Appreciate the consequences of loss of haemostasis
- Appreciate the importance of antiplatelet drugs in treating arterial thrombosis
- Explain the role of anticoagulants in treating venous thrombosis
Anticoagulation module 2: Antiplatelet therapy
Released 27 October 2021 Programme: Anticoagulation 1 CPD/CME credit
Upon completing this module, participants should be better able to:
- Understand the importance of platelets in pathology
- Be able to discuss the physiology of the platelet
- Recognise three major routes for suppressing platelet function
- Be aware of the mode of action of metabolic inhibitors
- Appreciate the value of ADP-receptor blockers
- Explain the uses of GpIIb/IIIa receptor blockers
- Be prepared for the consequences of mis-management of antiplatelet therapy: haemorrhage
Anticoagulation module 3: Anticoagulant therapy
Released 27 October 2021 Programme: Anticoagulation 1.5 CPD/CME credits
- Understand key aspects of the coagulation pathway
- Discuss the action of heparin, low molecular weight heparin, fondaparinux and vitamin K antagonists such as warfarin
- Recognise the mode of action of direct oral anticoagulants
- Appreciate the uses of anticoagulants in acute coronary syndromes and atrial fibrillation
- Prepare for the consequences of mis-managed anticoagulation, including haemorrhage.
Anticoagulation module 4: Clinical aspects of anticoagulation
Released 27 October 2021 Programme: Anticoagulation 1 CPD/CME credit
- How to initiate anticoagulation with vitamin K antagonists (VKA)
- Practical issues around VKAs and monitoring
- When and how to use direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)
- Influence of DOACs on laboratory coagulation tests
- Anticoagulation management around invasive procedures
Anticoagulation module 5: The role of the pharmacist
Released 27 October 2021 Programme: Anticoagulation 0.5 CPD/CME credits
- Discuss the role of the hospital and community pharmacist in the provision of anticoagulant services
- Understand the initiation of anticoagulants, and patient counselling
- Provide pragmatic advice on use of warfarin and direct oral anticoagulants
Anticoagulation module 6: Peripheral arterial disease, cancer, thrombosis and anticoagulation requirements
Released 27 October 2021 Programme: Anticoagulation 0.5 CPD/CME credits
- Identify peripheral arterial disease and its management
- Understand the risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) and the management options with direct oral anticoagulants
- Know about the prevalence of undiagnosed cancer in patients with an unprovoked VTE and the management of cancer-associated thrombosis
