COURSE:
Cancer, CINV and Palliative Care
Unlocking the Essentials: Navigating the Basics of Medical Cannabis
$79.00
This module explores the use of medical cannabis for the symptomatic management of cancer, examining the evidence base, the entourage effect, and considerations for personalised treatment plans.
Summary:
This module is included in our full course:
Course Description
This module explores medical cannabis for cancer symptoms, noting mixed evidence and the need for more research. It emphasises customising treatment for each patient's needs and finding the best dose and method for symptom relief.
Learning Outcomes
- Recognise the symptomatic benefits and limitations of medical cannabis in cancer treatment.
- Identify the common symptoms experienced by cancer patients that cannabis may alleviate.
- Understand the current evidence and research gaps regarding cannabis for symptom management in cancer patients.
- Examine the entourage effect and its potential relevance to cancer symptom management.
- Assess the importance of personalised cannabis treatment plans based on the patient's symptoms and required cannabinoids.
Course Contributors
Dr Gull Herzberg
Vice President ANZCCP, Australia
This Course is Designed for
- Doctors
- Pharmacists
- Nurses
Certification Details
After completing this module and passing the exam, you will receive a digital certificate and confirmation of your CPD credits (if relevant)
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