One Day Training Day Course

One Day Training Day Course
Epilepsy Awareness & the Administration of Buccal Midazolam
for people who work* with people with epilepsy
*Teachers; Health Professionals; SNAs; Nurses
BUCCAL MIDAZOLAM
2014 Training Schedule
It has been recognised that the administration of buccal
midazolam for the control of prolonged or continuous
seizures is an effective treatment which can be life saving.
Given promptly, this relatively simple procedure can
prevent major disruption to daily life resulting from
hospital emergency treatment.
The use of buccal midazolam as a rescue medication has
become increasingly popular over the last few years. This
has resulted in its inclusion in the UK’s National Institute
for Care Excellence (NICE) clinical practice guideline on the
diagnosis and management of epilepsy in children and
adults published in 2004.
The administration of buccal midazolam is considered to
be a less invasive procedure than the administration of
rectal diazepam. The issue of privacy and dignity are less
compromised and in situations where it is not acceptable
or convenient to use rectal diazepam, buccal midazolam is
an effective alternative.
Location
Date
Tullamore
February 27th & April 3rd
Kerry
February 12th
Cork
March 12th & November 26th
North East
April
Longford
September 11th
Limerick
September 22nd
Letterkenny
October 14th
Kilkenny
October 22nd
Dublin — Epilepsy Ireland Head Office
MAXIMUM 6 PLACES:
January 15th - February - 12th - March 12th
April - 9th & 16th
May - 7th & 14th
EPILEPSY IRELAND
Epilepsy is a condition characterised by a tendency to have recurring spontaneous seizures. Epilepsy can affect anyone at
anytime. 35,000 to 37,000 people in Ireland have some form of epilepsy.
Epilepsy Ireland was established in 1966 and since then we have been providing support nationwide to people with epilepsy,
their families and friends. Epilepsy Ireland also aims to improve public understanding of epilepsy and eliminate prejudice and
misunderstanding about it; to encourage and assist research into the causes and treatment of epilepsy; and to promote
awareness for the need for education and rehabilitation.
Training in the administration of Midazolam is now being provided by Epilepsy Ireland in response to feedback from health
professionals who have identified this as a currently unmet need in Ireland. Epilepsy Ireland’s training is the first of its kind in
Ireland.
249 Crumlin Road, Dublin 12
T: 01 455 7500 E: info@epilepsy.ie W: www.epilepsy.ie
Facebook: www.facebook.com/epilepsy.ie
Twitter: @epilepsyireland - Registered Charity No. 6170
COURSE INFORMATION
This course has been developed in conjunction with the Joint Epilepsy Council of the UK and Ireland (JEC)
guidelines.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Participants develop a greater understanding of epilepsy
Participants are instructed in the administration of Buccal Midazolam Medication
Participants undertake two written assessments
Participants view a 45 minute DVD on seizures
Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance
COURSE CONTENT
Morning Session: 9.00am—1.00pm
Afternoon Session: 2.00pm—4.30pm
Module 1. Epilepsy Awareness
Module 2. Administration of Buccal Midazolam
What is Epilepsy?
Causes of Epilepsy
Diagnosis of Epilepsy
What is a Seizure?
Types of Seizures
Stages and Management of Complex Partial Seizures
Stages and Management of Tonic Clonic Seizures
When to Call an Ambulance
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
Seizure Triggers
Treatment Options
Medication Side Effects
Lifestyle Implications
Recording Seizures
Epilepsy Care Plan
What is Midazolam?
How Midazolam works
Advantages of Midazolam
Potential Side Effects
Protocols
Indications for Use
Convulsive and Non Convulsive Status
How to Prepare Midazolam
Practical Demonstration
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
Evaluation and Close
Participants will take a written assessment at the end of each module. On successfully passing these
assessments (To pass participant’s must achieve 75%) participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance
(valid for 2 years). Delegates are then deemed competent to administer Buccal Midazolam in an emergency
situation. It is the responsibility of the Organisation to ensure that the necessary support procedures are in
place for the safe administration of Buccal Midazolam in accordance with JEC Guidelines.
Booking Form
Please fill in the following:
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Training Location________________________
Fee: per person €95.00 Dublin Head Office €75.00
(includes training materials, lunch & tea & coffee)
Total Number of Persons ___________ Total Amount enclosed €_____________
Cheque/bank draft made payable to:
Epilepsy Ireland
Please post completed registration form
& payment to:
Ashley Butler, 249 Crumlin Road, Dublin 12