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£45
£45
On-Demand course
Intermediate level
Course Overview:
Welcome to the "Introduction to Epilepsy and Buccal Midazolam" e-learning course! This comprehensive course has been developed to provide a diverse audience, including healthcare professionals, students, caregivers, and individuals interested in epilepsy management, with essential knowledge and skills related to epilepsy, its management, and the administration of buccal midazolam.
Module 1: Understanding Epilepsy
Explore the basics of epilepsy, its prevalence, and impact on individuals.
Understand the different types of seizures and their symptoms.
Learn about the potential triggers and causes of epilepsy.
Module 2: Diagnosis and Assessment
Learn about the process of diagnosing epilepsy, including medical history and diagnostic tests.
Understand the importance of accurately assessing seizure types and frequency.
Explore the role of healthcare professionals in epilepsy diagnosis.
Module 3: Treatment and Management
Gain insights into the goals of epilepsy management and treatment.
Learn about antiepileptic medications, lifestyle modifications, and seizure triggers.
Understand the importance of patient education and self-management.
Module 4: Introduction to Buccal Midazolam
Learn about buccal midazolam as an emergency medication for seizure management.
Understand its mechanism of action and effectiveness in stopping prolonged seizures.
Explore the benefits and considerations of using buccal midazolam.
Module 5: Administration of Buccal Midazolam
Gain practical knowledge of the steps involved in administering buccal midazolam.
Understand proper dosage calculation and preparation.
Learn about safe administration techniques and potential adverse effects.
Module 6: Seizure First Aid and Response
Learn how to provide appropriate first aid during a seizure.
Understand when and how to administer buccal midazolam as part of seizure management.
Explore the importance of observing and monitoring the individual after administration.
By participating in this open e-learning course, you will have gained essential knowledge and skills related to epilepsy management, buccal midazolam administration, and emergency response.
Note: This course overview is a general guideline and can be customised to suit specific local requirements and preferences, therefore, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your requirements prior to making a booking.