Epilepsy Awareness & Rescue Medication Administration

This full day Epilepsy Awareness & Rescue Medication Administration training is specifically targeted at those working with individuals who have been diagnosed with epilepsy and are prescribed Buccal Midazolam, Rectal Diazepam or Rectal Paraldehyde rescue medication. 

Our Epilepsy Awareness and Rescue Medication course is delivered in line with guidelines set out by the following bodies:

• Epilepsy Nurses Association (ESNA)
• Royal College Of Psychiatrists
• International League Against Epilepsy (ILEA) 

This course has been designed to ensure that staff are provided with current relevant theoretical knowledge and skills.

Attendees will be supported and taught how to administer rescue medication and there will be simulated practical based assessment.

Theory session on epilepsy awareness (AM)

• What is Epilepsy.
• Causes of the condition.
• Who can be affected.
• Common triggers of a seizure.
• Types of seizures.
• Medical conditions resulting in seizures.
• Management of seizures.
• Status epilepticus.
• Medication used in epilepsy.
• Planning ahead.

Theory & practical session on administering rescue medication (PM)

• Recap on the classification and management of tonic clonic seizures.
• Ethical and legal responsibilities.
• The impact of rescue medication and anti-epileptic drug therapies.
• Side effects of Buccal Midazolam, Rectal Diazepam and if required, Rectal Paraldehyde.
• Emergency planning in care and when to call an ambulance.
• Risk assessment/promotion of safeguarding and dignity.

Course Assessment and Certification

The assessment is completed with simulated practical assessments. Upon successful completion of the training learners will be issued with a certificate of completion which is valid for 2 years.

Recommendation on Re-Training

It is recognised that the administration of Buccal Midazolam, Rectal Diazepam and Rectal Paraldehyde are emergency treatments which may or may not be used on a regular basis. The frequency which individuals use the procedure will have an effect on their level of skill and confidence.

It is recommended therefore that individuals attend a refresher course within 2 years.

This course is often booked with the following courses:

• Safe Handling and Administration of Medication Level 1 & 2

1. Who is the training course for Epilepsy Awareness and Rescue Medication meant for?

Companies sign up their employees for this course. It is perfect for everyone who helps people with epilepsy, such as healthcare workers, education staff, support workers, and residential or domiciliary care teams who might need to give rescue medicine in an emergency.

2. What is the course about?

In the morning, there is a full theory session on epilepsy awareness that covers the causes, types of seizures, triggers, and how to deal with them. The afternoon session is all about giving rescue drugs (Buccal Midazolam, Rectal Diazepam, and Rectal Paraldehyde), legal and moral issues, side effects, emergency preparedness, and keeping people safe.

3. What are the main advantages of finishing this epilepsy training?

Delegates will learn the best ways to properly help people who are having seizures and provide them rescue medication. The course helps people feel more confident in how to respond to emergencies, follows national rules, and encourages care and safety that focusses on the person.

4. How are the course’s grades and certifications given?

Simulated practical tests are used to finish the assessment. A certificate that is good for two years will be given to students who finish the course. This certificate will show that they know how to give epilepsy rescue medication.

5. How often should staff get new training on how to give rescue medicine?

Rescue drugs like Buccal Midazolam, Rectal Diazepam, and Rectal Paraldehyde may not be given very often, so skills and confidence can wane over time. Staff should take a refresher course every two years to keep their skills sharp and safe.

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