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Guidance update: Latest NICE and SIGN guidelines on headache

Guidance update: Latest NICE and SIGN guidelines on headache

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Format

Syllabus

Time to Complete

1 hour

Published

February 26, 2016

Updated

July 4, 2018

Programme Description

Dr Tillmann Jacobi describes how to implement the NICE guidance on headaches in primary care, and the updated SIGN guidance on management of migraine. The module, reviewed in 2018, outlines what's new in the guidance, considers treatment options and areas of uncertainty, and includes downloadable resources to use with your patients.

Guidance: November 2015 update to NICE guidance CG150: Headaches in over 12s: diagnosis and management; SIGN 155: Pharmacological management of migraine. February 2018.

Educational Objectives

After taking this module, GPs and nurses will be better able to:
  • Recall what’s new and what’s relevant to them in the 2015 NICE update to guidance on headache in over 12s and 2018 update to SIGN guidance on pharmacological management of migraine
  • Know what to do differently in practice in the light of the NICE and SIGN guidance
  • Be aware of all treatment options including drug therapy, prophylaxis and acupuncture
  • List red flag symptoms warranting further investigation
  • Be aware of areas of uncertainty and controversy, such as the unlicensed use of medicines
  • Use patient resources such as a headache diary effectively

    • Author

    Activity and test author
    Dr Tillmann Jacobi
    GP
    York
    UK

    INSTRUCTIONS

    This is a learning activity provided by MIMS Learning, featuring learning material and a test. Completing the test enables you to claim 1 learning credit (1 hour learning). This credit award is recommended by MIMS Learning based on completing the activity and reflecting on what you have learned. If you spend less time on the activity we recommend claiming fewer credits.

    Please proceed with the activity until you have successfully answered all the test questions and completed your evaluation. You will then receive your MIMS Learning CPD certificate, which will be added to your CPD organiser for access at any time and may be exported to the Clarity & RCGP Appraisal Toolkit for GPs.

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