Initial use of a Defibrillator (& Refresher Training)
This short course, usually 3 to 4 hours, is intended to teach
people some skills in how to use an Automated External Defibrillator
(A.E.D.) The main focus is related to hands-on practice & learning
how to give practical help to someone who needs it quickly. You
will feel more confident if you are ever faced with an unconscious
casualty.
You will learn how to help save a life by practising cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) on adult and child manikins. You will also learn
how safe and critical it is to use an A.E.D. in cases of cardiac
arrest. No previous first aid experience is necessary.
Topics covered:
- THE HEART
- CARDIAC ARREST
- HEART ATTACK
- ANGINA
- VENTRICULAR FIBRILLATION
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- COLLAPSED PERSON
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
- AGONAL BREATHING
- CPR
- THE DEFIBRILLATOR
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You need to attend the full course and assessment to obtain
a certificate which is valid for 1 year (max).
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