Epilepsy Awareness & Rescue Medication Administration

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This comprehensive course provides participants with knowledge about epilepsy, its management, and the administration of rescue medications such as Buccal Midazolam or Rectal Diazepam. It equips caregivers and healthcare professionals with the skills to confidently respond to seizures, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of individuals with epilepsy.

 

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand the different types of epilepsy and seizures.
  • Identify triggers, causes, and risk factors for seizures.
  • Gain an understanding of rescue medication administration protocols.
  • Learn to provide safe, timely, and effective responses to seizures.

Material Includes

  • Training booklet with practical guidelines.
  • Quick-reference seizure response flowchart.
  • Certificate of Completion, valid for 2 years.

Requirements

  • No prior medical knowledge is required.
  • Delegates should be prepared to participate in role-playing scenarios and practical demonstrations.

Audience

  • Support workers and healthcare assistants.
  • Nurses and care home staff.
  • Social care staff and domiciliary carers.
  • Parents, family members, and caregivers of individuals with epilepsy.

Course Content

Session 1: Understanding Epilepsy

  • What is epilepsy? Overview and definitions.
  • Types of seizures: Generalised, focal, and absence seizures.
  • Triggers and common causes, including genetics and neurological conditions.

Session 2: Identifying and Responding to Seizures

Session 3: Risk Management and Emergency Protocols

Session 4: Administration of Rescue Medication

Session 5: Documentation and Communication

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