Epilepsy - Introduction to Epilepsy including the administration of buccal midazolam

Aims to: Raise awareness of the support requirements of adults with epilepsy

Learning outcomes:

• Explore some of the causes of epilepsy
• Understand different types of epilepsy and seizures
• Gain an awareness of the different rescue medications
• Learn how to administer buccal midazolam
• Understand care management of seizures
• Explore possible triggers

Facilitators: Learning Disability Nurse/Epilepsy Nurse Specialist

Audience: Individuals employed to work with supporting adults with Epilepsy. 
*Open to Family Carers.

Please note the administration of rectal Diazepam is not included as a standard part of this course, if you require this please note this when you apply.