Theory of Medical Emergencies (WI140514A)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectCore Skill
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 THEORY course meets the annual GDC requirements for CPD in medical emergencies and complements practical BLS training.
Additional informationThis course is suitable for the entire practice team.

Sam Caton is a registered nurse with a background of acute care nursing who has worked as a resuscitation trainer for over 8 years. He is currently working at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital as the Education Manager Patient Safety and Resuscitation. Sam has been providing medical emergency and BLS/ILS training for general dental practitioners and their teams for the last 8 years.

Please note refreshments are NOT provided on this course
VenueEducation Centre, RHCH, Winchester  View details
Date & timeWednesday 14 May 2014, 17:30 to 20:30
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours3:00
CostNo charge
Aims
  1. Be able to prevent and manage medical emergencies in the dental practice
  2. Know how to assess an ill patient
  3. Have learned the initial treatment for each emergency
  4. Know about the appropriate medications that can be administered by dental practice staff