Basic Life Support Level 1
Understanding BLS: Simplify the fundamental principles of Basic Life Support (BLS) for prompt emergency assistance.
CPR Deconstructed: Learn how to perform chest compressions and rescue breaths confidently during cardiac arrest.
AED Basics: Understand the importance of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and how to use them effectively.
Choking Response: Gain the skills to identify and address choking emergencies, including administering the Heimlich manoeuvre.
Simulation Exercises: Participate in practical scenarios to reinforce BLS skills and boost confidence in emergency situations.
Lessons
Brief Description of Basic Life Support Level 1
The Basic Life Support Level course is a crucial educational initiative that equips individuals with the skills to respond effectively in critical situations threatening life. It covers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques for adults, children, and neonates.
Demonstrating comprehension of the following should be achievable upon the conclusion of this segment: the quality standards established by the Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK).
Module 2: Adult Basic Life Support
Demonstrating comprehension of the following should be achievable upon the conclusion of this segment: the significance of notifying emergency medical services (EMS) in the event of cardiac arrest.
Module 3: Paediatric Modifications To Adult Basic Life Support
Demonstrating comprehension of the following should be achievable upon the conclusion of this segment: CPR directed by the dispatcher.
Module 4: Adult Foreign Body Airway Obstruction
Demonstrating comprehension of the following should be achievable upon the conclusion of this segment: The identification of foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) in individuals.
Module 5: Paediatric Foreign Body Airway Obstruction
Demonstrating comprehension of the following should be achievable upon the conclusion of this segment: In the context of infants and children, foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) identification.
Module 6: Recovery Position
Demonstrating comprehension of the following should be achievable upon the conclusion of this segment: the side-lying, lateral recovery position, which the Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) advises.