Programme
19:00 Doors
19:30 Managing the Agitated Patient
20:20 Break
20:40 Delivering under Duress
Lecture – Managing the Agitated Patient
Dr Thomas Burton and Sgt Nick Grahame, will deliver a sessions that is a practical look at managing agitated patients in the pre-hospital setting, delivered through case-based discussion and co-presented by a doctor and police officer.
Attending this talk, you will:
• Understand how to recognise and assess acute behavioural disturbance
• Explore legal frameworks including the MCA, MHA, and police powers
• Learn how to manage risk, scene dynamics, and safe escalation
• Leave with practical tools to navigate one of the most challenging scenarios in frontline care
Lecture – Delivering under Duress
Dr Mat Mat MacDonald will be discussing common obstacles to effective teamwork in difficult clinical situations, together with useful strategies for overcoming them.
Target Audience
Any person from any background that delivers pre-hospital emergency care at any level, from first aiders though to advanced practitioners would benefit from the lecture content.
CPD Certificate
Purchase a CPD certificate add-on for a £5 donation to WM CARE Team and you’ll be sent a unique code that will be activated when your ticket is checked into the event. It is also possible to donate on the night and receive a CPD code from WMCT Staff.
Waiting List
If the event is sold out, you can add yourself to a waiting list. If tickets become available, the waitlist will be notified in order via email.
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R.O.A.R. – Over 18s event
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