Medical Emergencies for the Dental Team (CPD28JAN20)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectMedical emergencies
DescriptionTHIS COURSE IS FOR UP TO 6 MEMBERS OF AN EXISTING DENTAL TEAM – see additional information for details. Medical Emergencies in the dental setting are rare, but may occur at any time. This course provides bespoke best practice guidance on the management of the unwell patient in the dental setting. The Quick Reference Guide (QRG) is a clinical handbook, developed by the dental medical emergencies team for the dental setting, outlining condition specific treatment pathways. It is designed to be used as a clinical tool in the event of an emergency in addition to being a learning resource for dental teams throughout the CPD cycle. The high fidelity simulation suite offers teams the opportunity to practice and develop the skills required to safely manage any dental medical emergency with confidence. The day involves a morning of interactive lectures that focus on the ABCDE assessment, medical conditions and associated equipment. The afternoon is dedicated to simulation were peer and audio visual feedback is used to enhance the learning experience.
Additional information

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO BOOKING.

Please contact the dental admin team on 0113 887 1658 to book this course or email dentaladmin.yh@hee.nhs.uk

  • This course is designed for teams who already work together
     
  • Please ensure that all delegates have a Maxcourse account before booking
     
  • The usual start time of this course is 09.15 however a slightly later time can be arranged if it is more convenient.
     
  • Additional information regarding the day will be sent to the by email.  Please ensure that you and your team have read this information prior to the course
VenueMedical Simulation Suite, RM 6.71, Level 6, Worlsley Building, Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds  View details
Date & timeTuesday 28 January 2020, 09:15 to 16:30
LecturersLeona Beecroft & Tamora Shemwood  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Course styleHigh Fidelity Simulation
CategoryMedical emergencies for the dental team
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, B, C, D
CPD hours6:00
Cost£200.00
Aims

This course aims to provide a variety of learning opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in relation to the common medical emergencies in the dental setting. This includes the ABCDE patient assessment, medical conditions and emergency equipment familiarity.

Objectives

In addition to pre-course preparation, on completion of the course candidates will;

Be able to apply the ABCDE assessment to any unwell patient

Be able to use the ABDCE to deliver preliminary treatment and plan for discharge and/or escalation

Be able to safely assemble and use associated medical emergency equipment and medicines

Be familiar with condition treatment pathways as featured in the QRGs.

Be able to reflect on team working and working the environment to optimise team response in the event of a medical emergency