Intended audience: For anyone who wants to learn, and are not required to do Immediate Rescuer or Advanced Life Support CPR courses
Note - it is mandatory for all staff in Waitematā to complete either Basic Life Support, Immediate Rescuer or ALS Advanced Rescuer
Duration: 1 hour credit
Valid for: 2 years (can be repeated annually)
This course is intended to guide the initial response of any person requiring assistance, that helps maximise patient outcomes and minimise staff risk.
It covers:
- DRS ABCD with AED
- Community-based scenarios (non-clinical)
- Paediatric collapse
- Choking
- Anaphylaxis