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Major depression - clinical fact sheet & MCQ

Best-practice treatment of depression no longer considers pharmacotherapy as the default first-line therapy for many patients. In this FastTrack activity, you will update your knowledge of evidence-based interventions for major depression, including when to consider medications and when to cease them. Complete the quiz to receive 30mins EA and 30mins RP CPD.

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Understanding chronic pain in veterans: a guide for primary care providers
Understanding chronic pain in veterans: a guide for primary care providers
Dr Catherine Eltringham

Almost 90% of veterans report suffering from pain on transitioning out of military service and service-related injuries are often implicated. Open Arms and DVA have developed resources to support them and guide your care. Management includes education, non-medical interventions, allied health support, and selective medical treatments. Addressing mental health is crucial.

Critical care nutrition: enteral vs parenteral recommendations for the ICU patient
Critical care nutrition: enteral vs parenteral recommendations for the ICU patient
Susan Helmrich

Nutrition plays a vital role in the recovery of critically ill patients. Evidence-based recommendations for patients in the ICU focus on the timing, energy requirement and protein targets as well as the role of micronutrients. The route of administration is not always straightforward and best guided by the patient's clinical needs, indications and contraindications.

Atrial fibrillation diagnosis and assessment - clinical fact sheet & MCQ
Atrial fibrillation diagnosis and assessment - clinical fact sheet & MCQ
Quality Use of Medicines Alliance

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is common and significantly impacts mortality, contributing to as many as 1 in 10 deaths in Australia. This FastTrack is the first of two, focusing on the diagnosis and management of AF, from the recommendations on opportunistic screening to identifying comorbidities and precipitating factors. Complete the quiz to earn 30mins EA and 30mins RP CPD.

Supporting veterans’ mental health
Supporting veterans’ mental health
Dr Catherine Eltringham

As veterans transition from military service, they often face significant mental health challenges, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and adjustment difficulties. Managing these complex conditions requires a holistic, long-term approach, and general practitioners (GPs) are in a unique position to support veterans not only through referrals to mental health specialists but also through evidence-based lifestyle interventions that promote resilience and recovery.

Government renews support for the QUM Alliance to tackle major health issues
Government renews support for the QUM Alliance to tackle major health issues
Kate Clutton

The QUM Alliance welcomes new government grants to improve health literacy and medicine safety. Over three years, programs will tackle stroke prevention, osteoporosis, menopause, mental health and multimorbidity. Led by Medcast, the initiative supports health professionals and consumers, building on previous successes to reach priority populations.

Atrial fibrillation and stroke prevention: we can do better
Atrial fibrillation and stroke prevention: we can do better
Quality Use of Medicines Alliance

Too many patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and an elevated risk of stroke are missing out on appropriate long-term anticoagulation, and this puts them at unacceptable risk of catastrophic stroke and death. This makes early detection, use of validated stroke and bleeding risk assessment tools, and prompt initiation of anticoagulation essential. 

MBS item 23 - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
MBS item 23 - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
A/Prof Stephen Barnett

MBS item 23 is one of the most commonly used item numbers in general practice - but also features frequently in Medicare compliance issues. Clear up your confusion with this FastTrack fact sheet, including a breakdown of its key features and common compliance pitfalls. Earn 30mins RP and 30mins EA CPD with completion of the quiz.

Eczema management strategies - clinical fact sheet & MCQ
Eczema management strategies - clinical fact sheet & MCQ
Quality Use of Medicines Alliance

This clinical summary and quiz aims to enhance understanding of eczema and assesses knowledge of eczema management, including the role of moisturisers, appropriate use of topical corticosteroids, and the impact of food allergies.

Acute dental pain in adults - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Acute dental pain in adults - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

Dental conditions can often be a mystery for GPs. Use this FastTrack activity to learn about the diagnosis and management of acute dental pain in primary practice, including what you need to know about red flags. 30mins RP and 30mins EA CPD are available with completion of the quiz.