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Guidelines on training carers to treat epileptic seizures

Guidelines on training carers who oversee the use of buccal midazolam have been issued by the Epilepsy Nurses Association
Posted 12 August 2019 - 15:40
Image representing section of brain showing area of focal seizure, overlaid with EEG. New guidelines have been issued on training carers in first-line emergency treatment for epileptic seizures in the community.
 
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