30/09/2025 DCT Study Day 3 – Group A

Course Information

Completion Time: 5.5 Hours

Venue: NIMDTA

Speakers: Pat O’Hare & Kelly Doherty, Safe Hands, Mary McCaratn.

Course Description

Medical Emergencies & Basic Life Support / Safeguarding

This study day equips dental trainees with the essential knowledge and practical skills to confidently manage medical emergencies and uphold safeguarding responsibilities within the dental environment. Through a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on training, trainees will develop the competence to respond effectively to unwell patients and ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals.

Course Aims

• To help dental trainees improve patient care and feel more confident managing acutely ill adult patients. We will introduce a simple, effective system for patient assessment and emergency response.
• The course will also cover key medical drugs—how to select, prepare, and administer them safely, including correct dosages, routes, and contraindications.
• To provide a basic level of knowledge on safeguarding structures and legislation within Northern Ireland as this applies to children and vulnerable adults.

Course Objectives

• Assess and treat the unwell patient using the structured A–E (Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure) approach.
• Prepare and deliver emergency oxygen safely and effectively.
• Recognise and manage medical emergencies in the dental setting, including drug indications, contraindications, preparation, and administration.
• Perform Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR for adults and children, including safe use of an AED and understanding legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Define vulnerable adults and identify at-risk adults and children.
• Understand safeguarding procedures, including when, how, and to whom to refer concerns.
• Recognise types of abuse and apply safeguarding principles: empowerment, protection, prevention, proportionality, partnership, and accountability.

Course Learning Content

A combination of theoretical learning, presentations and hands-on training.

GDC Development Outcomes

• A C D

Resources

Dietary Requirements

Please advise the Dental Team dental.nimdta@hscni.net if you have any dietary requirements.

 

DCT Study day 3 Group A

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