Heart Attack

This course aims to provide the dental team with the essential knowledge to recognise the signs of a suspected myocardial infarction (heart attack) and to deliver appropriate emergency care and patient support in a UK dental practice setting.

Course: Medical Emergencies: Managing a Suspected Myocardial Infarction in the Dental Practice

Elevate your team's confidence and competence in handling one of the most critical medical emergencies. This course is specifically designed for the UK dental team, providing essential knowledge and protocols for managing a suspected heart attack effectively before, during, and after the event.

This structured online course guides you through a comprehensive coursebook, culminating in a formal assessment. Achieve a pass mark of 80% or higher to receive your verifiable CPD certificate. Should you not pass on the first attempt, you will have the opportunity to review the material and retake the assessment.

Aims and Objectives

This course provides essential information on managing a suspected myocardial infarction (heart attack) and delivering exceptional patient care throughout the emergency.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a potential heart attack in patients.
• Initiate an immediate and effective response for a patient suspected of having a heart attack.
• Administer appropriate patient care in line with practice protocols and GDC standards.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, learners will have a clear understanding of:

• The key signs and symptoms of a myocardial infarction.
• The immediate management of a patient presenting with a possible heart attack.
• The core elements of providing excellent patient care both pre- and post-incident.
• How to implement and follow practice protocols for managing this medical emergency.

GDC Development Outcomes

This course meets the criteria for GDC Development Outcomes C and D.