This course has been created to train clinicians, clerks and managers, employed by WCGHW, in the use of EDRWeb - the Electronic Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Register.


About the course

Course Design:
Self-directed. 


Duration: 
It will take you approximately 2 hours to complete. 


Eligibility for this course: 

Clinicians, clerks and managers employed by WCGHW


Certification: 

Awarded on completion


Published: 
February 2025

Course curriculum

The following chapters are covered in this course:

Chapter 1: Overview and Background

  • What is DR-TB?
  • Capturing Principles
  • Key Features of EDR Web


Chapter 2: Accessing EDR Web

  • Access to EDR Web
  • EDR Web Homepage


Chapter 3: Setting Up and Managing Patients

  • DR-TB Patient Folder
  • Registration of New Patients
  • Updating Existing Patient Information


Chapter 4: Patient Information and Records

  • Patient History
  • HIV Information
  • Social Profile


Chapter 5: Diagnostic and Test Results

  • ECG Results
  • Sputum Tests
  • Blood Test Results
  • Other


Chapter 6: Treatment Management

  • DR-TB Regimen and Doses
  • Adverse Reaction
  • Treatment Outcome


Chapter 7: Reporting and Analysis Tools

  • Audit Tool
  • PViMS
  • Patient Listing Queries and Cohort Reports
  • Facility Reports
  • Adverse Events Reports


Chapter 8: Support and Resources

  • Help Link


Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness
People Development Centre

Acknowledgements:

  • Raj Govender