Management of Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice

Course Overview

This hands-on course leads to certification in Advanced Life Support for dentists and staff. The training is designed to provide the practitioner and their support staff with a simple algorithm for the management of medical emergencies within the practice. Participants will learn about the most common life-threatening medical conditions, how to recognise them and how to conduct a quick and accurate clinical assessment and lead the practice team in providing effective treatment. Respiratory and cardiac support using supplementary oxygen therapy, bag and mask ventilation Use of drugs including Aspirin, Adrenaline, Salbutamol, Glyceraltrinitrate and Glucose Dental Emergency KitsFor more information about the kits, please contact Cynergex Group. Full training should be undertaken before use. The kits have been developed in consultation with dental practitioners and health departments around Australia. ​Scenario exercises are used throughout the course for assessment and certification. The course is available to dentists and their staff (including administration staff) on a space available basis. Training option 1: Programs at the Centre for Professional Development Clinical Training CentreThis option is best for those who require only part of their team to be trained at one time.