Epilepsy & Buccal Midazolam Awareness
Training
In Cardiff Bay
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Training
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Location
Cardiff bay (Wales)
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Class hours
3h
It will give you an insight into types of epilepsy, recognition of a seizure, first aid treatment, how it can effect the individuals daily life and to dispel myths. Suitable for: This course is open to anyone who has an interest in epilepsy & BUCCAL Midazolam awareness.
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Epilepsy & BUCCAL Midazolam Awareness Course
This course is open to anyone who has an interest in epilepsy & BUCCAL Midazolam awareness.It will give you an insight into types of epilepsy, recognition of a seizure, first aid treatment, how it can effect the individuals daily life and to dispel myths.Course Structure:Introduction & WelcomeExplanation of courseTutor introduction to delegates
Delegates introduction to each other
PaperworkWhat is epilepsy?The brain
SeizuresHow many people have epilepsy?What causes epilepsy?Risk factors
Triggers
Seizure ThresholdPossible CausesSymptomatic epilepsy
Idiopathic epilepsy
Cryptogenic epilepsy How is a diagnosis made?Classification of seizuresPartial seizures
Complex seizures
Generalised seizures
Tonic clonic
Atonic
Myoclonic
Nocturnal epilepsy
Status epilepticusAlternative TreatmentFirst Aid for SeizuresPost SeizuresEpilepsy & Learning DifficultiesIdentifying SeizuresSeizure ControlBlood tests
Side effectsEpilepsy & Cognitive FunctioningHow does epilepsy effect daily living activitiesMedic-Alert BraceletCourse Evaluation
BUCCAL Midazolam Awareness
Topics covered in this course include:
Administration of a medicine between gum and cheekHow long does a ‘normal’ seizure last?Why would you give BUCCAL Midazolam and how often?How long does BUCCAL Midazolam take to work?When would I call an ambulance?What do I do if the Midazolam hasn’t worked?Drug storageAdministration of Epistatus®Side effectsUnderstanding the safe and consistent use of BUCCAL MidazolamCourse EvaluationEpilepsy & Buccal Midazolam Awareness