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Defibrillation Workshop
Incorporating the competency Perform CPR (HLTCPR201A)
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Course Description:
This training and assessment program provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to; locate and use defibrillation equipment, problem solving and work competently in an emergency situation.
Course Content:
- The heart and its electrical impulse, VT,VF and Asistol.
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- The Chain of Survival
- How a Defibrillator works and what to expect
- Problem solving with patients and defibrillators
- Administration of a Defibrillator, practical use and role plays
- OHS of Defibrillator and legal requirements of user
Course Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
Entry Requirements:Participants must be 14 years or older
Assessment: Progressive assessment of the competencies will be conducted throughout the course.
Award: On successful completion of the course the trainee will receive a statement of attainment for Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and a statement of attendance for Defibrillation.
Recertification: Competency Acquisition every 12 months as per the Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
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