Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy

• performed 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
• performed 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
• performed at least 2 minutes of bag-valve-mask ventilation and at least 2 minutes of compression on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor
• responded appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting
• managed the unconscious breathing casualty
• followed the prompts of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• followed single rescue procedure, including the demonstration of a rotation of operators with minimal interruptions to compressions
• conducted a visual and verbal secondary survey assessment of the casualty
• assessed vital signs (respirations, pulse and temperature)
• responded to at least three simulated first aid scenarios contextualised to the candidate’s workplace/community setting, including:
• demonstrated safe manual handling techniques
• clearing the airway using a suction device
• post-incident debrief and evaluation
• provided an accurate verbal and written report of the incident
• selected and inserted an oropharyngeal airway adjunct
• administered oxygen to an unconscious/conscious casualty, including:
• selected and prepared correct oxygen equipment
• administered oxygen safely at correct flow rate
• monitored and coordinated maintenance of resuscitation equipment
• dismantling
• storage
• disposal
• cleaning and decontamination
• checking and diagnosis of faults
• located and interpreted workplace policies and procedures

The face to face training is 4-6 hours and covers both theory and practical aspects of the Provide advanced resuscitation course. Students are required to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the course commencement or will be refused entry.

There is a short multiple choice quiz at the end of the training covering the course theory learnt that day. Students will also be assessed on practical skills as a requirement to pass the course Certificate Validity. The HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation certificate is valid for 12 months from the completion date.