Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Compile and utilize an appropriate disease management strategy for patients with some of the most common disorders, especially as visits for such conditions are increasingly common.
- Recognize and treat potential S. aureus or MRSA infections before they worsen, which may require a skin culture to positively identify the type and source of infections.
- Counsel patients on proper methods of conducting a skin self-exam to detect potential cancers or irregularities that require early detection and treatment (sometimes by a sub-specialist).
- Apply newly learned procedural techniques for the treatment of skin diseases.
- Utilize different wound closure materials, evaluate patients' risk of infection and other complications, and prepare to refer for surgical consultation when necessary.
- Address patient questions and concerns about appropriate aesthetic procedures and use of particular products.
