Emergency & Acute Care

Minor Injuries Essentials

Structured assessment of common MSK and soft-tissue injuries.

4 hours
4 CPD Credits
Course Overview

Covers MSK injuries, wounds, burns and soft-tissue problems with simple algorithms, red-flag recognition and documentation tips for urgent and emergency care settings.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply validated clinical decision rules for imaging
  • Assess and manage common fractures and dislocations
  • Differentiate between simple and complex wounds
  • Manage minor burns and soft tissue infections
  • Document negative findings and safety netting advice
Key Topics Covered
Ottawa Rules and X-ray decision making
Upper limb injuries: Shoulder to finger
Lower limb injuries: Knee to toe
Wound assessment and closure choices
Burns assessment and dressing
Soft tissue infection vs inflammation
Who Should Attend
ENPsJunior DoctorsACPsUrgent Care Clinicians
Assessment Methods
  • X-ray interpretation quiz
  • Case scenarios
  • Practical demonstration (in-person only)
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Course Details
Duration
4 hours
CPD Credits
4 RCEM CPD hours
Delivery Format
  • In-person
  • Virtual
Category
Emergency & Acute Care