Cyclizine Awareness Level 1 Training Resources

Cyclizine Awareness Level 1 Training Resources

This training resource is designed for care staff who support people who may be prescribed cyclizine, including staff working in residential care homes, nursing homes, supported living and domiciliary care settings.

It provides a straightforward introduction to what cyclizine is used for, why a person may be prescribed it, how it may affect them and what care staff should be aware of when supporting someone who takes it.

Also covers common side effects, important observations, potential concerns and when staff should report changes or seek further advice.

Presentation, Handout, Knowledge Check Questions, Trainer Aide Answer Key.

All files editable.

Overall aim: To provide care staff with a basic awareness of cyclizine, why it may be prescribed, its common effects and side effects and what staff should do if they have concerns about a person taking it.​

Learning outcomes:​

What cyclizine is and why it may be prescribed. ​

Common reasons a person may take cyclizine. ​

Common side effects and possible changes in a person’s condition. ​

Why care staff should observe and report concerns. ​

When concerns about cyclizine should be reported to a senior or appropriate healthcare professional. ​

The importance of following the person’s medication care plan and agreedprocedures.​

Presenation (27 Slides) - Slide Titles:

Overall Aim and Learning Outcomes

Introduction

What Is Cyclizine?​

Why Might Someone Be Prescribed Cyclizine?​

How Does Cyclizine Work?​

Common Side Effects of Cyclizine​

What Should Care Staff Look Out For?​

Cyclizine and Falls Risk​

When Should Concerns About Cyclizine Be Reported?​

Supporting Someone Who Takes Cyclizine​

Cyclizine and Other Medicines​

Safe Medication Practice – Your Role​

Key Messages – Cyclizine Awareness​

Quick Knowledge Check – Cyclizine Awareness​

References and Further Information​

Word Documents

Handout
Knowledge Check Questions
Trainer Aide Answer Key

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