Theory of Medical Emergencies (PO170914)

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 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.

Nicky Bartholomew, RDN FHEA, GDC 108759 – Dental Nurse Tutor at the University of Portsmouth Dental Academy, 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 tutor and was winner of the DCP Teacher of the Year Award at the DDU Educational Awards of 2009. She is also a member of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and a registered HSE instructor and assessor.

Please note refreshments are NOT provided on this course.
VenueQuAD Centre, Portsmouth  View details
Date & timeWednesday 17 September 2014, 18:30 to 21:00
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours2:30
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