Testing, testing 1, 2, 3 - Rational pathology testing in general practice
Why did I order this test? And what on earth does it mean?
Introducing 'Testing, testing 1, 2, 3', a multi-format educational program designed to support GPs to use pathology tests more effectively, and reduce the harms of non-rational test ordering. Go to the education activities. The education is bought to you through the Quality Use of Pathology Program (QUPP) Australia.
Aims
The aims of the program are to:
- Educate GPs on the range of influences on test ordering behaviour.
- Reinforce the potential costs, adverse effects and harms of inappropriate test ordering.
- Support GPs to apply strategies for rational use of pathology tests in clinical practice.
Format
'Testing, testing 1, 2, 3' is a multimedia education program including a variety of activities.
- Clinical opals - case based blogs (1/2 hour reading)
- Podcasts on The Check-Up
- Strategies for rational test ordering (quick reference guide)
- Rational use of specific pathology tests (quick reference guide)
The self paced e-learning, webinars and mini audit activities are closed to new enrolments.
Audience
The education is targeted at GPs, medical educators, GP supervisors and GP registrars. It is also suitable for eligible nurse practitioners.
Project Funding
This education is funded by the Department of Health Quality Use of Pathology Program (QUPP). QUPP was established to support the pathology sector in the pursuit of continued improvements and to encourage innovation in pathology related practices, amongst requesters/referrers, providers and consumers of pathology services.
Accreditation
The education is accredited for CPD hours across all categories of CPD: Educational Activities, Reviewing Performance and Measuring Outcomes.
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Testing, testing 1, 2, 3 - Education Activities
Free education to support GPs to use pathology tests more effectively, and reduce the harms of non-rational test ordering.
Guide: Strategies for rational test ordering
Download now for a quick reference guide.
Guide: Rational use of specific pathology tests
Download now for a quick reference guide
We do not set out to tell GPs what to do. General practice is a challenging and complex discipline, and there are multiple factors that influence whether pathology testing is appropriate. The decision to test is between a GP and the patient. We simply aim to give GPs additional knowledge and skills to support the rational use of pathology tests in the day-to-day care of patients.