Buccal Midazolam & Rectal Diazepam

Epilepsy training courses, including Rectal Diazepam and Buccal Midazolam (Epistatus) administration (1 Day)

The audience for the training is those working with or are responsible for the welfare and well being of children or young adults.

Introduction and welcome

This course is delivered in line with the Joint Epilepsy Council Guidelines.

Assessment of learning is carried out during the course through observation, participation and questions and answers. Certificates of attendance are issued if satisfied that learning has taken place.

Certificates of competence are not issued as this is viewed as a work based assessment; some employers have systems in place for this. (Please see the JEC guidelines assessment of competence)

Sample Content:

Definition of epilepsy Epilepsy the facts Classification and management of seizures with supportive video footage When to call an ambulance Triggers and precipitants Need to know points Observing and recording Epilepsy and mortality Psychosocial workshop including group specific scenarios Anti-epileptic drug therapy Status epilepticus Rectal diazepam, what it is, uses in epilepsy, side effects Organisational policy Care planning and recording Supportive video footage Risk assessment/promotion of safety Practical demonstration using an anatomical model Possible problems Ethical and legal responsibilities Recap question and answer session

Learning Outcomes:

Students will gain understanding of and confidence in the management and accurate recording of different seizure types Have a greater understanding of risk assessment, and assimilate this information to their individual client groups All will be able to recognise the emergency situation and act as appropriate All will develop an understanding of the theory & practice of administering rectal diazepam, and will have participated in the simulated procedure Training will facilitate best practice guidelines and ensure that all will have the practical skills and knowledge to provide a safe, effective environment for people with epilepsy

Written paper/course evaluation