Stroke Identification and Immediate Actions for Dental Staff

About This Course

This course covers stroke recognition, differentiating between stroke and TIA, managing stroke victims in the dental office, communication with stroke victims, and the development of a protocol for stroke in the dental office.

Why Take This Course?

This course addresses a common problem faced by UK dental professionals, which is the management of stroke victims in the dental office. Dental professionals need to be able to recognize the signs of stroke, differentiate it from TIA, and effectively communicate with stroke victims. Additionally, they need to understand the pathophysiology of stroke and develop a protocol for stroke in the dental office. This course provides comprehensive training in stroke recognition, patient management, and stroke aftercare, enabling dental professionals to provide the best possible care for stroke victims.

This course is beneficial for dental professionals who may encounter stroke victims in their practice. It provides comprehensive coverage of stroke recognition, management, and aftercare, as well as communication strategies with stroke victims. By completing this course, dental professionals can develop a protocol for stroke in their office, ensuring that they are prepared to provide the best possible care to stroke victims.

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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 develop and implement an efficient emergency response plan for dental practices, including risk assessment, emergency protocol development, and training strategies.	1: Upon completion of the course, participants are expected to possess a sound understanding of emergency planning and management in a dental setting, enabling them to ensure patient safety and provide effective treatment during emergency situations.
2: Upon completion, learners will have the capacity to outline the necessary equipment and medications needed for anaphylaxis management in a dental setting and maintain their readiness.	2: As a result of this course, learners will likely play a critical role in advancing emergency preparedness in their respective dental practices, potentially leading to improved patient outcomes and a safer dental care community.
3: Participants will demonstrate their ability to design and conduct regular staff training sessions on First Aid, CPR, and anaphylaxis recognition and management.	3: The course should lead to the participants feeling confident and prepared to respond to an emergency situation in their practice, such as a patient experiencing anaphylaxis.
4: By the final session, learners will have mastered the process of assigning roles and responsibilities for effective emergency response within the dental team.	4: In the wider context, the course aims to contribute to the overall emphasis on safety in the field of dental care, raising the standard for emergency preparedness in dental practices.
5: At the course’s conclusion, attendees will have developed the competency to handle a hypothetical anaphylaxis emergency scenario efficiently and calmly, applying all principles learned from the training.	5: Following the course, the expectation is that attendees will incorporate the learnt emergency management principles into their practice, which includes regular staff training, maintaining an up-to-date emergency kit, and conducting periodic risk assessments.

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 stroke recognition, differentiating between stroke and TIA, managing stroke victims in the dental office, the pathophysiology of stroke, communication with stroke victims, stroke aftercare and patient management, and the development of a protocol for stroke in the dental office.

Course Outline

Section 1

Section 1 of the course covers understanding stroke, including recognizing signs of a stroke, differentiating between a stroke and TIA, the role of dental staff in stroke identification, managing stroke victims in the dental office, and a case study on quick response to a stroke crisis in the dental setting.

Section 2

Section 2 of this course covers the pathophysiology of stroke, including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, the importance of blood flow to the brain, causes and risk factors associated with stroke, delayed stroke-like symptoms, and post-stroke syndrome. It also includes exercises to identify risk factors in a dental setting.

Section 3

Section 3 of this course covers communication with stroke victims, effective recognition of stroke symptoms, and the importance of “FAST” in stroke recognition. It also addresses the aftercare and management of stroke patients, as well as developing a specific protocol for stroke in a dental office.

Section 4

Section 4 of the course covers stroke aftercare and patient management. It includes understanding the recovery process and aftercare for stroke patients, managing regular dental check-ups for stroke recovered patients, adapting dental strategies for patients with a stroke history, the role of oral health in stroke prevention, and a case study on co-managing a stroke patient with a local GP.

Section 5

Section 5 of this course covers the stroke protocol in the dental office, including regulatory requirements for medical emergency protocols, developing a specific protocol for stroke in the dental office, the role of in-office emergency drills, updating practice staff on stroke guidelines and protocols, and a review and summary of the course material.

Course Reviews

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Dr. Smith: This course provided valuable information on proper communication with stroke victims, including techniques for clear and effective communication.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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Dr. Lee: I appreciated the in-depth coverage of stroke pathophysiology, which helped me better understand how to manage stroke victims in the dental office.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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Dr. Patel: The course’s emphasis on developing a protocol for stroke in the dental office was extremely helpful, and I feel much more prepared to handle a stroke emergency situation.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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