CPR and Adrenaline auto-injector administration

This course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills to provide CPR in a medical emergency, to recognise a life threatening allergic reaction and to competently administer adrenaline via a preloaded injecting device.  This course is suited to those working in children’s services as it fulfills the requirements of Section 65 of the Children’s Services Regulations.

Content Overview

• Assessment of an emergency situation
• Assessment of a casualty’s vital signs
• Recognition and management of an unconscious casualty
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - adult, children and infant variations
• Understanding the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Cultural awareness & sensitivity
• Infection control principles and procedures
• Critical incident stress management
• Obtaining emergency services or medical assistance
• Communication and documentation of the incident details
• Assessment of the situation and recognition of anaphylaxis
• Administration of adrenaline and appropriate first aid

Course Duration

3.5 hours

Assessment

Students’ performance in relation to the unit’s competency elements is assessed.

Award

A Statement of Attainment for the unit HLTCPR201A Perform CPR as well as a Statement of Attendance for the adrenaline auto-injector administration is issued to participants on successful completion.

Cost:

$85 per person

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