Inhalation Sedation Starter Course (DWD22MAY23)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectSedation
DescriptionThe purpose of the course is to train dentists, dental therapists and dental nurses to be able to deliver inhalation sedation (IHS) to children and adults in a safe and effective manner in line with national guidelines and protocols. The day will incorporate an assessment of: a.MCQ of knowledge b. A practical assessment including equipment assembly, safety checks and titration of IHS
Additional information

Certification for independent practice using IHS is not the responsibility of HEE and hence cannot be provided. Delegates MUST have an STAC accredited supervisor. Completion of the course alone will not enable the delegate to undertake IHS independently.

VenueNewstead House Dental Clinic, Wakefield  View details
Date & timeMonday 22 May 2023, 09:30 to 17:00
LecturersKatie Alderson-Furness, Miss Lucy Ridsdale & Mrs Nadiya Suida  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist (£75.00pp discount), or Dental Nurse (£75.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£75.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleHands-on course
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, B, C
CPD hours6:00
Cost£150.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

To provide the dental team with the knowledge and skills to deliver inhalation sedation (IHS) safely to children and adults for dental care

Objectives

These are mapped against the relevant IACSD syllabus/es (knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours and encompass:

Knowledge and Critical Understanding

Practical Skills

Personal Attitude & Professionalism

Learning outcomes

Describe the historical background and theoretical basis (including physiology and pharmacology) for the use of nitrous oxide in IHS

Demonstrate the practical aspects of using nitrous oxide for IHS, including equipment checks, monitoring and management of complications

Outline current sedation guidelines and consider clinical governance in relation to the use of nitrous oxide sedation