To have a grounding in common chronic conditions, their causes, and their health risks
Learning Outcomes- Understand what a chronic condition is
- Know the causes and symptoms of diabetes
- Be aware of the causes and symptoms of COPD
- Know the causes and symptoms of Heart Disease and Heart Failure
- Know the types, causes, and symptoms of a stroke
- Understand what counts as obesity, what may cause it, and related illnesses
- Know the 2 key forms of arthritis, and their symptoms
- Know what it is, and its symptoms
- Understand what counts as Hypertension, and the associated health risks
- Know the common forms of treatment and what they do for many of the chronic conditions
Chronic Conditions
This course is aimed at those caring for adults who suffer from chronic conditions