HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy

There must be evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks in line with State/Territory regulations, first aid codes of practice, first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies and workplace or site procedures. Managed in line with ARC procedures:

> The unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise.

> The unconscious, non-breathing adult including:

• performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor

• performing at least 2 minutes of bag-valve-mask (with oxygen) ventilation and at least 2 minutes of compression during resuscitation procedures involving at least two rescuers on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor

• selecting and inserting an appropriate basic airway adjunct

• responding appropriately using positioning and suctioning in the event of regurgitation or vomiting

• demonstrating a rotation of operators with minimal interruptions to compressions

• following the prompts of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock

• managing oxygen equipment appropriately

• handing over to emergency services

> The unconscious, non-breathing infant, including

• Performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface.

  > managed a casualty with life-threatening bleeding requiring use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings (Note: confronting videos depicting both simulated and real-world application of first aid procedures will be shown in class. Students will be required to demonstrate competency using manikins and trainer devices in the classroom, simulating real-world techniques and practices).

  > used personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

> Managed a conscious casualty who requires supplemental oxygen, including:

• Assessing vital signs respirations, pulse, oxygen saturation

• Level of consciousness

• Selecting and preparing correct oxygen equipment

• Checking area for ventilation and sources of ignition

• Administering oxygen safely at correct flow rate

• Managing an equipment malfunction

• Providing an accurate verbal and written report of the incident

• Reviewing the incident

> monitored and coordinated maintenance of resuscitation equipment and oxygen therapy equipment, including:

• Dismantling

• Storage

• Disposal

• Cleaning and decontamination

• Checking and diagnosis of faults

Students must demonstrate the knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

> Guidelines and procedures including:

• ARC guidelines relevant to life threatening bleeding, managing the unconscious breathing and non-breathing casualty and provision of CPR and oxygen therapy

• Potential incident hazards and risk minimisation processes when providing first aid, including Oxygen Therapy and Advanced Resuscitation Techniques

• Infection control procedures, including use of standard precautions and resuscitation barrier devices

• Safe work practices to deal with oxygen cylinders and associated equipment

• Frst aid codes of practice

• Appropriate workplace or site procedures relevant to the provision of first aid

• Contents of first aid kits

• Requirements for currency of skill and knowledge

> Legal, workplace and community considerations, including:

• Duty of care requirements

• Own skills and limitations

• Consent and how it relates to the conscious and unconscious casualty

• Privacy and confidentiality requirements

• Awareness of potential need for stress management techniques and available support for rescuers

> In relation to the administration of oxygen:

• Legal requirements

• The five rights

• The responsibilities of the first aider

> Considerations when providing resuscitation, including:

• Upper airway and effect of positional change.

• Appropriate duration and cessation of CPR.

• Appropriate use of an AED.

• Safety and maintenance procedures for an AED.

• Chain of survival.

• How to access emergency services.

• Use of suction devices.

• Benefits, contraindications and complications with the use of a basic airway adjunct

> Techniques for providing CPR to adults, children and infants including:

• How to recognise that a casualty is unconscious and not breathing normally

• Rate, ratio and depth of compressions and ventilations

• Correct hand positioning for compressions

• Basic anatomy, physiology and the differences between adults, children and infants relating to CPR

  > Assessment and interpretation of vital signs including normal clinical values for respirations, pulse, oxygen saturation

  > Level of consciousness

  > How to use a suction device

  > Signs, symptoms and management of life-threatening bleeding including use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings

> Considerations when providing oxygen to a casualty, including:

• Circumstances and conditions where oxygen is beneficial.

• Circumstances and conditions where oxygen should not be used

• Contraindications and complications associated with providing oxygen

• Benefits, contraindications and complications of suction during advanced resuscitation

• Complications with the use of a bag-valve-mask device and suitable strategies to minimise these

• Selection and operation of oxygen masks and other appropriate oxygen therapy devices

> Methods for cleaning, replenishing, recharging and maintaining resuscitation and oxygen equipment including:

• Actions to rectify problems

• Procedures to ensure operational readiness as per manufacturers’ guidelines and site procedures

• Storage, cleaning, decontamination and safe disposal of consumables

• Troubleshooting to identify minor and major faults

  > Psychological impacts of first aid incidents on rescuers and how to seek help.

The course is delivered over 2 days in a blended format, combining online and face-to-face simulated classroom-based learning, followed by a 2-hour in-class practical session focused on demonstrating and assessing advanced CPR/Resuscitation skills in line with ARC guidelines.

This mixed-mode delivery requires participants to complete the online learning modules and assessments via the online learning management system (LMS) before attending the 2-hour practical session.

Your online learning and language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test must be completed and submitted electronically at least 48 hours before your practical training day. Please ensure you complete the LLN test before starting your online assessment.

Participants who have not completed the online learning and assessment beforehand will not be permitted to attend the class.

The online learning and assessment component typically takes 8–12 hours to complete, depending on your skill level.

*Note: Students must bring their smartphones, tablets, and/or laptops to complete some activities virtually. Please discuss options for support with our administration staff upon enrolment.

• This is an EXPRESS course. We require candidates to complete an LLN test prior to attending practical training. This includes digital literacy, as you will need to be proficient in basic computer use.

• First Aid is about dealing with real-life situations that may involve you and close family or friends. The training will expose you to some conditions and scenarios that could be confronting. So, we ask that you come prepared to face situations that can be challenging for some.

• First Aid scenarios and practice can be physically demanding on the back and knees, especially while performing CPR, so please advise staff if you have physical restrictions. Also, please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing on the day.

• Individuals with disabilities, including those who use a wheelchair or have other mobility requirements that may affect their participation in these activities, are encouraged to contact us before enrolling to discuss their specific needs and arrange reasonable adjustments.

• Candidates must be at least 15 years of age to attend first aid at this level. For individuals under 18, a parent or guardian must consent to your enrolment by accepting our terms and conditions and signing on your behalf.

• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid must have been issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) within the last three years to meet the entry requirements for this course.

• International students are accepted into this course.

• USI (Unique Student Identifier) is required. From 1 January 2015, every student who undertakes nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia is required to have a USI - www.usi.gov.au.

• $299 tuition fee.

• All learning materials included, no additional costs.

• Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) is not available for this course.

• As this is a short course, we do not accept deposits to secure a place on the course, we require full payment prior to commencing.

• On successful completion of the training, you will receive a digital Statement of Attainment for HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy (including HLTAID009 Provide CPR).

Total Cost: $299