Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Midazolam
- Details
This training course is for anyone who supports a person with epilepsy and may be required to administer buccal midazolam for prolonged seizures.
The course will provide delegates with a full understanding of epilepsy and seizure management; and in the safe administration of buccal midazolam.
- Syllabus
- What is epilepsy?
- Causes and diagnosis
- Treatments, including vagus nerve stimulation (VNS)
- Types of seizures (including management and first aid)
- Status epilepticus
- Care planning and recording
- Sources of support and information
- Emergency medication for epilepsy (buccal midazolam)
- When & how buccal midazolam should be administered
- Individual care plans
- Practical demonstration
- Risk assessments & duty of care
- Assessment of knowledge
- Certification:
A certificate of attendance is awarded on completion of the course.
- Duration
The course consists of a minimum of 3 contact hours.
- Numbers
Up to 15 candidates can attend and must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
