Basic Life Support (BLS)

Essential training for nurses in residential, agency and community settings.

Course Length. 3.5 hours

Introduction

Basic Life Support is a mandatory, annual requirement for all care, support and nursing staff. Delivered using the latest practices approved by the Resuscitation Council (UK), this essential training can also be delivered as part of a wider package to fulfil training compliance purposes.

Course Contents

Causes of Deterioration
Chain of Survival
Choking Procedures
Recovery Position
Signs and Symptoms of Angina and Heart Attack
CPR – Adult, with Paediatric Modifications
Use of the AED
Resuscitation
Anaphylaxis Awareness
Team Work
All elements delivered in line with principles directed by the Resuscitation Council (UK).

Course Outcomes

Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a CPD accredited certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.