This training course is a programme aimed at professionals of the health and trained staff who wish to to acquire o improve their knowledge and skills in the field of life support. Throughout the various teaching modules, participants will explore a wide range of topics relating to emergency care cardiac conditions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Through teaching modules in-depth analyses and case studies, participants will be better equipped to provide effective life-saving care and save lives in emergency situations.
Sector-specific
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Introduction
Objectives
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To understand the basics of CPR.
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Recognise the early signs of a cardiac emergency.
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To master assessment techniques in BLS and ACLS.
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To manage critical cases of SVA appropriately.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. BASIC CONCEPTS.
TEACHING UNIT 2: PREVENTION OF CARDIAC ARREST.
TEACHING UNIT 3. PRIMARY ASSESSMENT OF SVB AND SECONDARY ASSESSMENT OF SVA.
- The primary assessment in Basic Life Support.
- She was assessed as requiring Advanced Life Support.
TEACHING UNIT 4. THE DYNAMICS OF AN EFFECTIVE RESUSCITATION TEAM.
- Roles of the coordinator and team members. .
- Elements of the dynamics of an effective resuscitation team.
TEACHING UNIT 5. FUNDAMENTAL CASES OF SVA
- Case of respiratory arrest.
- A case of ventricular fibrillation treated with CPR and an AED.
- Case of VF / pulseless VT.
- Case of non-pulse electrical activity (NPE).
- Case of asystole.
- Cases of acute coronary syndromes.
- A case of bradycardia.
- A case of unstable tachycardia.
- A case of stable tachycardia.
- A case of acute stroke.
TEACHING UNIT 6. BASIC CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION FOR CHILDREN.
TEACHING UNIT 7. APPENDIX
- Competence checklists for the skills module.
- Checklist for the CPR and AED exam.
- Competence checklists.
- Mega Code checklists.