Steroids are commonly prescribed through urgent care, but we must be mindful about adding to innapropriate use and inadvertent misuse by patients.
Patients must be clear about how much to apply, and how often it must be used. They need to be aware of the potency of each preparation. Changes to labelling in 2028 in NZ will help to show how strong each cream is.
Essential Knowledge Quiz The Essential Knowledge Quiz (EKQ)was introduced in 2021 as part of the revised recertification programme and was one of the recommendations from the MCNZ. The quiz is designed to ensure that members are engaging with the latest MCNZ and College policies and statements. It is not intended to be difficult, rather it…
Kia ora koutou, It is my pleasure to produce this month’s DCT newsletter. Core Skills list completion dates Reminder for trainees on the pre‑2025 training programme: If you had not completed the 38 pre‑2025 Core Skills and uploaded them to UCCIS 31 January 2025, you must also complete two additional skills: Relocation of Pulled Elbow…