Learning outcomes > resource
On completion of this subject guide, you should be able to:
Recall the range of symptoms and signs that indicate the presence of inflammatory bowel disease > https://www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au/site/wp-content/uploads/Differentiating-Between-IBS-and-IBD.pdf
Coordinate the investigations and treatments used in IBD > http://www.racgp.org.au/download/Documents/AFP/2009/December/200912morrison.pdf
Carry out screening for complications of IBD > http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Crohns-disease/Pages/Complications.aspx
Utilise allied health, other resources and supports for patients with IBD > https://www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au/about-crohns-colitis/inflammatory-bowel-disease/
Points for discussion
Who is your local stomal therapist?
Consider the psychosocial implications of IBD- what might they be?