This 3 hour training is for anyone who supports a person with epilepsy and may be required to administer buccal midazolam for prolonged seizures; and has previously attended the full day initial training.
The course will update delegates knowledge and skills on epilepsy and seizure management; and in the safe administration of buccal midazolam. A practical demonstration on how to give emergency medication will be carried out and you will have the opportunity to practice in a simulated situation.
Ongoing assessment is carried out using questioning during training to ensure safety and delegate understanding.
Training includes:
- relevant updates in epilepsy
- epilepsy knowledge evaluation and refresh
- causes and diagnosis
- types of seizures (including management and first aid)
- status epilepticus
- care planning and recording
- Sources of support and information
- emergency medications for epilepsy knowledge evaluation and refresh
- when & how it should be used
- individual care plans
- practical demonstration
- risk assessments & duty of care
- assessment of knowledge
Our fun and interactive programme is delivered by highly experienced Registered Nurses who have current clinical experience in this field.
A Certificate of Attendance is awarded on completion of the course and is valid for 2 years. A refresher course (3 hour) is recommended by ESNA every 2 years as a minimum requirement.
£350 for groups of up to 16 people (quotes given for larger numbers).
Training is tailored to your requirements. Delivered in the work place on a date and time that suits you.
For further details and to make a booking please contact us on 020 8720 6635 or email us at info@teachhealth.co.uk. Alternatively you can complete our booking enquiry form and we will get straight back to you.