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Adrenal Crisis Treatment Training
Addison’s disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency or hypoadrenalism, is a rare disorder of the adrenal gland, found on top of the kidneys. It results in a lack of cortisol, which is a hormone that keeps our energy levels consistent throughout the day.
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Adrenal Crisis Treatment Course Outline
Addison’s disease can be lived with if you medicate regularly with hormone supplements, but there is a risk of your usual symptoms becoming suddenly much worse. This is called an Adrenal Crisis (Addisonian Crisis) which requires immediate first aid management and advanced care in hospital.
Our course covers all fundamental information surrounding Addison’s disease: its causes, symptoms, treatments, prevention as well as what to do if someone has an Adrenal Crisis.
This course will be delivered using a variety of teaching methods including presentations, case studies, small group discussions, videos, and practical simulation. They are suited for all levels of knowledge and experience.
Who is the Adrenal Crisis Training Course for?
Schools or Colleges with a student with adrenal insufficiency
Care providers supporting an individual with adrenal insufficiency.
Ambulance trusts looking to run CPD sessions for their teams.
People studying to work in the emergency services.
Members of voluntary organisations that provide emergency services.
Adrenal Crisis Treatment Course Content
Adrenal insufficiency and Addison's disease - what are they, signs and symptoms, daily care, and treatment.
Adrenal crisis – How to spot one, and what we can do to help.
How to prevent and prepare for Adrenal Crisis emergencies
Escalation Plan – what should be in the escalation plan, how to store, prepare and administer the emergency medication which is intramuscular hydrocortisone.
Practice demonstration, simulation, and practice of preparing medications for intramuscular injections, including reconstituting hydrocortisone powder, drawing up, as well as intramuscular injection technique into the thigh.
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