First Aid

First Aid

First Aid is a crucial skill for healthcare workers, providing immediate assistance and care for individuals who have suffered an injury or illness, until professional medical help arrives. This course is specifically designed for healthcare workers in the United Kingdom, covering the essential knowledge and skills needed to confidently and effectively respond to a variety of medical emergencies. The course will teach you how to assess a patient, prioritise their needs, and perform life-saving techniques such as CPR, wound management, and managing fractures and sprains. By completing this course, you will become a more competent and confident healthcare worker, able to provide vital support during emergencies in various healthcare settings.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 0
  • Number of tests: 4
  • Hours: 1.5 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 251
What you will learn
  • The role of a healthcare worker in providing First Aid
  • Assessing the scene and the patient
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Choking and airway management
  • Wound management and bleeding control
  • Managing fractures, sprains, and dislocations
  • Burns and scalds
  • Recognising and managing shock
  • Medical emergencies such as seizures, stroke, and diabetic emergencies

Lessons

    • Exam- First Aid Exam- First Aid
    • 15 mins

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