Theory of Medical Emergencies (PO120613)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectCore - Medical Emergencies
DescriptionAll members of the dental team must have a sound understanding of the theory behind medical emergency management so they can deal quickly with uncommon but potentially tragic events. This course meets the annual GDC requirement for CPD in medical emergencies and complements practical BLS training.
Additional informationNicky Bartholomew, RDN FHEA, GDC 108759 originally trained as a dental nurse and has over 25 years of experience in the dental profession. Her roles have included Specialist Orthodontic Nurse and then Senior Dental Nurse within local Community Dental Services, during which time she helped to set up the first Dental Access Centre in the Portsmouth area. Nicky is an inspirational dental teacher and was winner of the DCP Teacher of the Year Award at the DDU Educational Awards of 2009. Nicky is a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority, member of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and a registered HSE instructor and assessor.

This course is suitable for the entire practice team.
VenueQuAD Centre, Portsmouth  View details
Date & timeWednesday 12 June 2013, 18:30 to 20:25
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours2:00
Cost£6.00
Aims
  1. Learn about the management of medical emergencies in dentistry
  2. Know the initial treatment for each emergency and how to assess an ill patient using the ABCDE approach
  3. Learn about the appropriate medications that can be administered by dental practice staff