HE261 — CPR - Basic Life Support Provider
HE 261 - CPR - Basic Life Support Provider HE 261 - CPR - Basic Life Support Provider 1 Credit(s) Course Description: Offers a basic life support plan for emergency care of cardiac victims until EMS takes responsibility for the victim. Designed to students recognize the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and cardiac arrest that pose a threat to life. Includes scene safety assessment, in-depth coverage of the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest and heart attack, how an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) functions, blood borne pathogens, the Good Samaritan Law and chain of survival. Using techniques that emphasize the importance of compressions, airway management, and assisted breathing techniques (CABs), students are taught assessment skills to evaluate one- and two-rescuer strategies on adults, children and infants (excluding newborns), airway obstruction relief, and how to appropriately use an AED. Manikins are used in all intensive skill areas with ample time to practice and learn lifesaving skills. The course is intended to introduce and enhance existing skills and concepts and leave students with a firm understanding of both their limitations as first responders and their ability to provide basic lifesaving care. Repeatable every two years, with a limit of two occurrences. The course is taught at the provider level through the American Heart Association and results in either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider card or Heartsaver CPR w/AED card
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