PROGRAM OVERVIEW: In the United States, sudden cardiac arrest claims more than 350,000 lives each year and is a leading cause of death in the world. Cardiac arrest is frequently caused by ventricular fibrillation which is an abnormal, chaotic heart rhythm that prevents the heart from pumping blood. The most effective treatment for ventricular fibrillation is delivering an electrical shock to the heart with a machine called a defibrillator. Recent advances in defibrillator design make it possible for rescuers with limited training to provide defibrillation immediately following sudden cardiac arrest by using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
COURSE AGENDA:
The "Circles of Care" concept
Initial assessment and care
Using barriers
Assess responsiveness
Assess airway, breathing, circulation
Preventing disease transmission
Protecting/Clearing the Airway
Ventilations/Recue Breathing
Chests compressions
One rescuer CPR
Bare, prepare & place pads Basic AED operation
Troubleshooting prompts
Other considerations
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: MFA course name: Care Plus (CPR & AED for adults) Course completion certification: 2-Year Course length: 4 hours (not including lunch breaks) Prerequisite: None Class size: Up to 12 Combine with options: First Aid, Child/Infant CPR
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Onsite training at your facility
Professional instruction
Meets OSHA, ECC & AHA requirements
Hands on practice
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