Training

Module 4 of the medical emergencies CPD topic focuses on how to deal with medical emergencies resulting from epilepsy. The dental team must be prepared for situations where a person’s life is in danger. This includes recognising the type of epileptic seizure, reacting quickly and giving the right treatment.

This CPD module provides you with 2 hours GDC verifiable CPD.

This CPD module relates to GDC development outcome C.

Last updated:  Mar 2022
Review date:  Mar 2023

The aim of this module is to understand how to deal with medical emergencies resulting from epilepsy.

• Define epilepsy
• Identify the different types of epilepsy
• List the triggers that can lead to increased episodes of seizures
• Identify the signs and symptoms of epileptic seizures
• Describe actions you need to take during seizures