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Community survey of carer's: individual epilepsy guidelines (IEG) for rescue medication
Christine Cole1, Alison Pointu, Shridhar Mahadeshwar
1Barnet Primary Care Trust, Barnet Learning Disabilities Service, London N12 8LY, UK. Christine.Cole@barnet-pct.nhs.uk
Objective:
To evaluate the effectiveness and viability of individual epilepsy guidelines as a user-friendly tool for carers of people with epilepsy and learning disabilities. In this paper the term carer refers to family carers and support workers.
Method:
A retrospective survey questionnaire designed to ascertain the effectiveness and feasibility of individual epilepsy guidelines as a user-friendly tool. This was evaluated for examining clinical practice improvements and service delivery.
Results:
44 questionnaires were mailed to carers who were supporting individuals with epilepsy. There was an overall response of 42(96%).
Conclusion:
This survey indicates that the IEG was a useful resource assisting carers with the management of emergency seizure events in the community.
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