100 CPR/AED

Introduction to Basic CPR & AED Training

Topics

1. Introduction to Basic CPR & AED Training

What is CPR and AED?

Overview of When and Why CPR and AED are Needed

Statistics on Cardiac Arrest Deaths in the U.S.

Brief History of CPR and AED

2. Basic Life Support

Recognizing Cardiac Arrest and the Need for CPR/AED

Calling for Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Basic life Support Skills

Proper Positioning of the Patient

Importance of Continuous CPR until EMS Arrives

3. AED Use

Overview of How an AED Works

Safety Considerations When Using an AED

Steps to Follow When Using an AED

4. Special Situations in CPR/AED

CPR for Infants and Children

CPR for Pregnant Women

CPR for drowning victims

CPR for Opioid Overdoses

5. Team-Based CPR/AED

Effective communication during CPR/AED

Roles and Responsibilities of Each Team Member During CPR/AED

Importance of Coordinated Efforts During CPR/AED

Hands-on practice in team-based scenarios

Importance of ongoing training and practice

6. Things to Know About CPR?

What are CPR Manikins?

Importance of Ongoing Training and Practice

Course Details

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Introduction

Welcome to our online CPR/AED course! This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to respond to cardiac arrest and potentially save a life.

Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, at any time, and in any place. Knowing how to perform CPR and use an AED can mean the difference between life and death for someone in cardiac arrest.

Our course covers the latest guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA) and is designed to be accessible and user-friendly, whether you are a healthcare provider, a first responder, or a member of the general-public.

Throughout the course, you will learn the basics of CPR and AED, including how to recognize cardiac arrest, call for emergency medical services (EMS), perform chest compressions and rescue breaths, and use an AED to deliver a shock to the heart.

We believe that everyone should have access to CPR and AED training, regardless of their background or profession. That’s why we’ve made this course affordable and flexible, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.

We’re excited to share our knowledge and expertise with you and help you become a life-saver in your community. Let’s get started!

Course Description

Our online CPR/AED course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to respond to cardiac arrest and potentially save a life. This course covers the latest guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA) and is designed to be accessible and user-friendly, whether you are a healthcare provider, a first responder, or a member of the general-public.

The course is divided into several modules, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of CPR and AED. The modules include:

Introduction to CPR/AED: This module provides an overview of CPR and AED, including when and why they are needed.
Basic Life Support: In this module, you will learn how to recognize cardiac arrest, call for emergency medical services (EMS), and perform chest compressions and rescue breaths.
AED Use: This module covers the basics of using an AED, including proper pad placement and analyzing the heart rhythm.
Special Situations in CPR/AED: This module discusses CPR and AED for infants, children, pregnant women, drowning victims, and opioid overdoses.
Team-Based CPR/AED: This module focuses on effective communication and teamwork during CPR and AED.

Throughout the course, you will have access to scenarios, interactive quizzes, and a final exam to help reinforce your knowledge and skills. We believe that everyone should have access to CPR and AED training, and we’re committed to making this course affordable and flexible. You can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule, from anywhere with an internet connection. Let’s get started and learn how to save a life!

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Course Objectives

The objectives of our CPR/AED training course are as follows:

1.Recognize cardiac arrest and the need for CPR and AED intervention.

Understand the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest
Learn how to perform a primary assessment of the patient
Understand when to call for emergency medical services (EMS)

Provide basic life support to a person in cardiac arrest.

Learn how to perform high-quality chest compressions
Understand the correct method for delivering rescue breaths
Understand the importance of continuous CPR until EMS arrives

Use an AED effectively to restore a normal heart rhythm.

Learn how to properly apply and operate an AED
Understand the safety considerations when using an AED
Understand the importance of quickly using an AED in combination with CPR

Respond to special situations that require modified CPR and AED techniques.

Understand the differences between CPR for adults, infants, children, pregnant women, drowning victims, and opioid overdoses
Learn how to modify CPR and AED techniques for special situations

Collaborate with other responders during team-based CPR/AED interventions.

Understand the roles and responsibilities of each team member during CPR and AED
Learn how to effectively communicate with other responders during an emergency

By the end of the course, you should be able to confidently recognize cardiac arrest and perform basic life support, effectively use an AED, modify CPR and AED techniques for special situations, collaborate with other responders during team-based CPR and AED interventions, and understand the certification and renewal requirements for CPR and AED