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Epilepsy Training

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Epilepsy Training
13 Chapters
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About The Course

The Seizure Recognition and First Aid certification training provides information to increase the knowledge, skills and confidence in recognizing seizures and safely administering seizure first aid. The first aid procedures in the course reflect the standard of knowledge and current best practices. 

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Learning Outcomes
  • Define 'epilepsy' and outline the condition's prevalence.
  • Identify risk factors associated with epilepsy.
  • Examine the various causes of epilepsy.
  • Understand common triggers of epileptic episodes and your responsibilities in minimising these risks as a caregiver.
  • Describe the different types of seizures encountered in epilepsy, including generalised, simple and complex focal seizures, absences, tonic, atonic, and myoclonic seizures.
  • Detail the first aid measures for someone undergoing an epileptic seizure, including the administration of rescue medication.
  • Explore the treatment options available for individuals with epilepsy.
  • Acknowledge the possible complications of epilepsy and the potential lifestyle limitations it may impose.
  • Recognise the significance of a multi-disciplinary strategy in managing epilepsy.
  • Clarify the purpose of an epilepsy care or support plan.
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Course Modules
Chapter 1 What is Epilepsy?
Chapter 2 How Common is Epilepsy?
Chapter 3 Risk Factors
Chapter 4 What Causes Epilepsy?
Chapter 5 Epileptic Triggers
Chapter 6 Types of Seizure
Chapter 7 Seizure First Aid
Chapter 8 Seizure First Aid in Hospital
Chapter 9 Treatment of Epilepsy
Chapter 10 Complications
Chapter 11 A Note on Lifestyle
Chapter 12 Summary
Chapter 13 References
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