Melanoma
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Melanoma

Health Staff Ed
Updated Jul 11, 2025

What you'll learn

  • Gain a brief overview of the pathophysiology of melanoma.
  • Know the risk factors for developing melanoma.
  • Know the signs and symptoms of melanoma.
  • Understand the process for diagnosis of melanoma.
  • Know the staging of melanoma.
  • Gain an overview of the treatment options for melanoma.
  • Know the prognosis for melanoma.
Course Description

Course Overview:

This module provides an update on the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, staging, treatment, and prognosis for melanoma. 

 

Target Audience

Nurses and midwives

 

Business Case

This course is related to the Australian National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards as part of Standard Five: Comprehensive Care.

It forms part of any continuing professional development package for nursing caring for patients at risk.