Fainting

This course aims to equip the dental team with the knowledge and skills to effectively recognise, prevent, and manage a vasovagal syncope (faint) within a UK dental practice setting.

Course Details: Management of Fainting (Syncope) in the Dental Practice

This course provides essential guidance on the effective management of fainting, also known as syncope, within the UK dental practice.

You will be provided with a comprehensive coursebook covering all aspects of this topic. Following this, you will complete an assessment to test your understanding. To successfully complete the course, you must achieve a pass mark of 80% or higher. Upon passing, you will receive a downloadable certificate for your records. If you do not achieve the pass mark, you will have the opportunity to review the course material and retake the assessment.

Aims

The primary aim of this course is to equip the entire dental team with the knowledge and confidence to effectively manage a fainting episode in the dental practice.

Objectives

On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• Recognise the common signs and symptoms of pre-syncope in patients.
• Initiate an immediate and appropriate response when a patient faints.
• Provide effective post-fainting care in line with established practice protocols.
• Identify key risk factors and preventative measures to reduce the likelihood of fainting.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will have a clear understanding of:

• The signs, symptoms, and common causes of fainting in a dental setting.
• The correct procedure for managing a patient who has fainted, from initial response to recovery.
• The importance of documentation and team roles during a medical emergency.

GDC Development Outcome

This course is aligned with GDC Development Outcomes C and D.