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Epilepsy and Seizure Support Training and Emergency Medication Administration
Epilepsy and Seizure Support Training and Emergency Medication Administration
This comprehensive training provides NDIS high-intensity support workers and Aged Care workers with essential knowledge and skills to safely manage and support individuals experiencing epilepsy and seizures. Our training generally covers:
Understanding Epilepsy
- Definitions, seizure classifications (focal, generalized, tonic-clonic, absence, complex partial)
- Causes, triggers, and influencing factors
Recognizing Seizures
- Identifying symptoms and seizure behaviors
- Recognizing auras and early seizure indicators
- Understanding diverse seizure presentations
Seizure First Aid
- Immediate responses to seizures (injury prevention, airway management, safe positioning)
- Step-by-step first aid protocols for different seizure types
- Criteria for emergency medical assistance
Administration of Emergency Medication
- Safe administration of medications (Midazolam, Diazepam)
- Appropriate routes (buccal, nasal, rectal)
- Understanding indications, contraindications, and side effects
Post-Seizure (Postictal) Care
- Patient assessment and monitoring post-seizure
- Recovery positioning, airway monitoring, and emotional support
- Documentation of seizure activity
Seizure Management Plans
- Implementation and adherence to individualized seizure management plans
- Communication with families, carers, healthcare professionals, and emergency services
Safety and Risk Reduction
- Managing seizure-related risks (bathing, swimming, driving, daily activities)
- Environmental modifications and protective equipment
Medication Awareness
- Overview of common epilepsy medications
- Importance of medication adherence and side-effect monitoring
- Recognizing medication-related issues (missed doses, adverse effects)
Documentation and Compliance
- Accurate recording of seizure events and incident reporting
- Compliance with regulatory and NDIS practice guidelines
- Responsibilities in monitoring, reporting, and care delivery
• Practical Skills and Competency Assessment
- Hands-on demonstrations and supervised skill practice (including emergency medication administration)
- Scenario-based seizure response training
- Competency assessments ensuring safe, evidence-based practice
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Epilepsy and Seizure Support Training and Emergency Medication Administration
This comprehensive training provides NDIS high-intensity support workers and Aged Care workers with essential knowledge and skills to safely manage and support individuals experiencing epilepsy and seizures. Our training generally covers:
Understanding Epilepsy
- Definitions, seizure classifications (focal, generalized, tonic-clonic, absence, complex partial)
- Causes, triggers, and influencing factors
Recognizing Seizures
- Identifying symptoms and seizure behaviors
- Recognizing auras and early seizure indicators
- Understanding diverse seizure presentations
Seizure First Aid
- Immediate responses to seizures (injury prevention, airway management, safe positioning)
- Step-by-step first aid protocols for different seizure types
- Criteria for emergency medical assistance
Administration of Emergency Medication
- Safe administration of medications (Midazolam, Diazepam)
- Appropriate routes (buccal, nasal, rectal)
- Understanding indications, contraindications, and side effects
Post-Seizure (Postictal) Care
- Patient assessment and monitoring post-seizure
- Recovery positioning, airway monitoring, and emotional support
- Documentation of seizure activity
Seizure Management Plans
- Implementation and adherence to individualized seizure management plans
- Communication with families, carers, healthcare professionals, and emergency services
Safety and Risk Reduction
- Managing seizure-related risks (bathing, swimming, driving, daily activities)
- Environmental modifications and protective equipment
Medication Awareness
- Overview of common epilepsy medications
- Importance of medication adherence and side-effect monitoring
- Recognizing medication-related issues (missed doses, adverse effects)
Documentation and Compliance
- Accurate recording of seizure events and incident reporting
- Compliance with regulatory and NDIS practice guidelines
- Responsibilities in monitoring, reporting, and care delivery
• Practical Skills and Competency Assessment
- Hands-on demonstrations and supervised skill practice (including emergency medication administration)
- Scenario-based seizure response training
- Competency assessments ensuring safe, evidence-based practice
