CPR and AED Certification for Dental Professionals

About This Course

Introduction to medical emergencies in dentistry, basic & advanced life support techniques, emergency preparedness, and effective case studies are covered in this course. Learn about necessary equipment, medications, and staff training to handle emergencies in dental practices.

Why Take This Course?

Dental professionals in the UK often face the challenge of dealing with medical emergencies that may arise during treatment. These emergencies may include fainting, cardiac arrest, allergic reactions, and seizures. The Dental Medical Emergencies course addresses this challenge by providing comprehensive training on how to identify and handle medical emergencies in dentistry. From basic life support (BLS) to advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), the course equips dental professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to provide immediate and effective care in emergency situations. By understanding the importance of first aid, CPR, and other emergency techniques, dental professionals can ensure the safety and well-being of their patients, colleagues, and themselves.

This course on medical emergencies in dentistry is highly beneficial as it equips dental practitioners with the necessary knowledge and skills to handle emergency situations that may arise during dental procedures. The course covers a wide range of topics such as basic life support, advanced cardiac life support, and medical emergency preparedness in dental practice. It also includes case studies of emergencies handled effectively in dental practices, which can help practitioners gain practical insights into dealing with emergency situations. Overall, this course can greatly enhance the capabilities of dental practitioners to provide safe and effective care to their patients.

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How This Course Supports GDC Enhanced Dental CPD

“Dental professionals have a duty to keep their knowledge and skills up to date. A primary qualification is only the first step in their education and development which should last throughout their professional life” General Dental Council

Learning Objectives	Anticipated Outcomes
1: By the end of this course, learners will be able to define epilepsy, identify its types, causes, and the typical triggers of epileptic seizures.	#REF!
2: Upon completion, learners will have the capacity to explain the prevalence of epilepsy in the UK and highlight its significance in dental practice.
3: Participants will demonstrate their ability to outline the potential impacts of epilepsy and its treatment on oral health.
4: By the final session, learners will have mastered the skills to recognise early signs of a seizure in a dental setting and implement procedures to ensure patient safety.
5: At the course’s conclusion, attendees will have developed the competency to manage dental patients with epilepsy, including emergency management and post-seizure recovery plans.

Regulatory Standards

GDC	CQC
✅ A – Effective Communication ✅ B – Effective Management ✅ C – Maintenance in Field of Practice ✅ D – Maintenance in Patient Confidence	✅ Caring ✅ Effective ✅ Leadership ✅ Responsive ✅ Safe

🕐 90 minutes of Enhanced Dental CPD

Course Description

The course covers an introduction to medical emergencies in dentistry, basic life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), medical emergency preparedness in dental practice, and a review and summary of key takeaways. Topics include understanding medical emergencies in dentistry, importance of first aid and CPR, BLS and ACLS algorithms and techniques, using an automated external defibrillator (AED), building a medical emergency response plan, necessary equipment and medications, continuous staff training and responsibility sharing, and case studies of emergencies handled effectively in dental practices.

Course Outline

Section 1

Section 1 of this course covers the following topics: understanding medical emergencies in dentistry, the importance of first aid and CPR in dental practices, factors leading to medical emergencies, common medical emergencies in dental practice, BLS algorithms and techniques, cardiac arrest management and ACLS techniques, building a medical emergency response plan, necessary equipment and medications, continuous staff training and responsibility sharing, and the importance of regular drills in emergency preparation.

Section 2

Section 2 of the course covers the importance of understanding and being prepared for medical emergencies in dental practices. It includes instruction on basic and advanced life support techniques, as well as the development of a medical emergency response plan. Case studies and exercises are used to reinforce key concepts and techniques. The section ends with a review and summary of the content covered.

Section 3

Section 3 of the course focuses on medical emergencies in dental practices, covering basic and advanced life support techniques, including the use of an automated external defibrillator. It also emphasizes the importance of emergency preparedness plans, necessary equipment and medications, and continuous staff training and responsibility sharing. The section concludes with a review and summary of key takeaways.

Section 4

The course content of section 4 covers Medical Emergency Preparedness in Dental Practice, including building a response plan, necessary equipment and medications, continuous staff training, and role of regular drills in emergency preparation. It also includes case studies of emergencies handled effectively in dental practices.

Section 5

Section 5 of this course covers the review and summary of the previous sections, including the importance of CPR and AED in dental practices, reiteration of BLS and ACLS techniques, summary of emergency response planning and preparation, reinforcement of the importance of continuous training, and an overview of the complete course and key takeaways.

Course Reviews

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This course provided a comprehensive overview of medical emergencies in dentistry and gave practical guidance on how to respond effectively. The case studies were particularly helpful in illustrating real-life scenarios.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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I appreciated the emphasis on continuous staff training and responsibility sharing. This course provided valuable insights on how to ensure all members of the dental team are prepared to handle medical emergencies.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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As someone with prior training in BLS and ACLS, I found this course to be a great refresher. The review and summary of key takeaways were especially useful in reinforcing important concepts.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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