The DCP’s role in the management of head and neck cancer patients (CPD-LEED29SEP17)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectOral cancer
DescriptionA half day course for DCP’s to give an insight into the management of the head and neck cancer patient
VenueRoom 2.14, HEE - Leeds Office (Willow Terrace Rd), Leeds  View details
Date & timeFriday 29 September 2017, 13:30 to 16:00
LecturerLucy Rutter  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours2:30
CostNo charge
Aims

To give DCP’s an insight into the treatment of head and neck cancers and the possible side effects the patient might experience

Objectives
  • To be able to understand what head and neck cancer is
  • To have an insight into what cancer treatments are available
  • To understand the oral side effects cancer treatment can cause
  • To have the knowledge and confidence to support the oral health of the patient during and after treatment
  • To have the confidence to discuss head and neck cancer and prevention of the disease with patients