Menopause Awareness - A Guide for Nurses and Healthcare Staff
Menopause Awareness - A Guide for Nurses and Healthcare Staff
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Presentation in sections you can choose which sections to use. Aims and Objectives included if you want to use the presentation as it has been written. Comes with a 16 Page Handout, Quiz, Suggested Role Play Activities and a multiple choice end of session assessment.
Overall Aim: To equip Nurses and Health Care Staff with the knowledge and skills to provide empathetic and informed care to individuals experiencing menopause while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the physiological and psychological aspects of menopause.
- Recognise the impact of menopause on physical and mental health.
- Develop effective communication skills for discussing menopause with patients.
- Identify workplace considerations and strategies for creating a supportive environment.
- Promote self-care and well-being among healthcare professionals.
Presentation (69 Slides)
Aims and Objectives
Introduction
SECTION - Introduction to Menopause Awareness
Menopause: A Natural Transition
Key Points
Early Menopause
Menopause Awareness - The Importance for Healthcare Professionals
Patient Care and Well-Being and Improved Communication
Enhanced Clinical Diagnosis and Individualised Treatment Plans
Prevention and Health Promotion and Workplace Considerations
Reducing Stigma and Misconceptions and Continuing Education and Professional Development
Patient Education and End Comments
SECTION - Understanding Menopause
Introduction
Oestrogen and Progesterone Decline
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) AND Luteinizing Hormone (LH) Increase
Testosterone and Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) Decline and End Comments
SECTION - Common Symptoms and Effects
Introduction
Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Vaginal Dryness and Discomfort
Sleep Disturbances
Mood Swings and Irritability
Fatigue and Lack of Energy
Cognitive Changes
Changes in Libido
Joint and Muscle Pain
Weight Gain
Urinary Changes
Emotional Symptoms
Skin Changes
Headaches
End Comments
SECTION - Impact on Physical Health
Introduction
Bone Health
Cardiovascular Health
SECTION - Impact on Mental Health
Emotional Well-Being
Cognitive Changes
SECTION - Cultural and Social Perspectives
Stigma and Myths
SECTION - Workplace Considerations
Supporting Colleagues
SECTION - Communication Skills
Discussing Menopause with Patients
SECTION - Summary of Key Points
References and Further Reading
Word Documents
16 Page Handout
Quiz
Suggested Role Play Activities
Multiple choice end of session assessment
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