Epilepsy and Seizures
A short course to learn what epilepsy is, how to recognise different seizures, respond safely, and support people with epilepsy.
Learning outcomes
Introduction to Epilepsy
What’s the difference between epilepsy and seizures?
What is a seizure?
Types of seizures
Understanding status epilepticus and emergency seizure management
How to support people with different types of seizures
Seizure triggers & prevention
Treatment and Long-Term care
SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy)
Incident recording of seizures
Safeguarding and epilepsy
Memory & daily support
Sleep & epilepsy
Behaviour & well-being
Quiz