What you will learn in this course

Definition of epilepsy and identification of its causes ; what are the types of seizures? administering first aid to an individual having a seizure; when to call an ambulance; febrile seizures; treatment of epilepsy, living with epilepsy.

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

  • 2

    Introduction

    • Introduction
    • Reflection
  • 3

    What is epilepsy and what causes it

    • What is Epilepsy?
    • Epilepsy
    • Causes of epilepsy
    • What is a seizure?
    • Seizures
    • Types of Seizures
    • Generalised seizures
    • Types of seizures- for example Tonic-Clonic seizures
    • Partial Seizures
    • Absence Seizures
    • Symptoms of epilepsy
    • Triggers of epileptic seizures
  • 4

    Epilepsy first aid and Treatment

    • Epilepsy first aid- Do you know what to do??
    • Epilepsy first aid
    • Example of what to do if someone is having an epileptic seizure
    • Example of good practice and bad practice when helping someone who is having a seizure
    • Status Epilyptus
    • General impact of epileptic seizures on individuals
    • Supporting a Person to Live with Epilepsy
    • Record keeping
    • Case Study
    • Model answers to case studies 1 &2
    • Check your learning
    • Check your learning
  • 5

    Before you go...

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