Resuscitation - Level 2

Resuscitation Adult Level 2
This elearning session meets the statutory and mandatory training requirements and learning outcomes for Resuscitation Adult Level 2 in the UK Core Skills Training Framework (UK CSTF).

Session Overview
Learning Objectives

• Explain where to find local resuscitation policies and procedures and the current Resuscitation Council UK guidelines 
• Explain how to carry out an ABCDE approach and recognise the deteriorating patient
• Explain what to do in an emergency situation, including what to do when someone is choking and how to get a person in the recovery position
• Carry out basic airway management for example, ensure an open airway
• Describe how to confirm cardiac arrest
• Explain how to initiate and maintain effective lung ventilations
• Describe how to start and maintain effective chest compressions
• Explain how to carry out cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a patient who has a tracheotomy
• Describe how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Describe your individual role and responsibilities in responding to persons in emergency situations 
• Explain how to report and record details of an emergency event
• Explain the importance of undertaking any resuscitation interventions within the limits of your personal capabilities and the context of any previous training received
• Explain when to apply the local policy on ‘Do not attempt CPR'

Session Information
Duration:

• 20 minutes (knowledge chapters)
• 15 minutes (eAssessment)