Table 1 Training courses for health care providers from participated hospitals
Training courses | Details |
|---|---|
Warfarin management | 1.Theoretical knowledge ① Basic knowledge of warfarin ② The standard protocol of warfarin management with patient self-testing ③ Warfarin monitoring and dosing at different situations ④ Adverse events treatment, including thrombosis, minor bleeding and major bleeding ⑤ Introduction of new oral anticoagulants ⑥ Laboratory tests interpretation ⑦ Patient education on warfarin, including medication adherence, drug/food interactions, diet, exercise and mental health 2. Practice in simulate patients 3. Tests to assess participant’s theoretical knowledge and practice skills |
Related-disease management | 1.Theoretical knowledge ① Atrial fibrillation ② Valvular heart disease ③ Deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism ④ Stroke ⑤ coronary heart disease 2. Practice in simulate patients 3. Tests to assess participant’s theoretical knowledge and practice skills |
SMART Model | 1.Theoretical knowledge ① Usage of the POCT device ② Usage of the “XY” app ③ Stratified management based on patient risks ④ Communication skills with patients via the “XY” app ⑤ Communication between local hospitals and tertiary hospitals ⑥ Patients’ referral 2.Practice in simulate patients 3. Tests to assess participant’s theoretical knowledge and practice skills |