‘Refer or Keep?
Clinical decision making when faced
with possible serious pathology’
Master Class
Laura Finucane
21 June, 2018
1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Objectives
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Using a series of case studies and practical examination the master class will;
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Examine which pathologies can mimic musculoskeletal conditions.
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Increase the awareness of non - musculoskeletal causes of pain.
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Consider what questions will help to determine the cause of symptoms.
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Review which tests or further investigations should be used to help in diagnosis.
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Understand when onward referral (refer) is necessary and when it is safe to monitor patients (keep).
