CPR - Resuscitation Skills (BLS-CPR) for General Practice

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this activity participants will be able to...

1. Identify and apply the steps that need to be taken in the event of a cardiac arrest patient in the general practice setting.

2. Recall the appropriate methods and processes of gaining emergency assistance in the general practice setting, in the event of a cardiac arrest.

3. Manage a suspected cardiac arrest including the demonstration of BLS-CPR procedures, including the delivery of effective ventilations and compressions and use of an AED on all age groups using anatomically appropriate resuscitation manikins.

4. Implement strategies in the practice to reduce the emotional impact of an emergency on individuals and the team.