Basic First Aid 1
Unit Standard:119567
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What you will learn
Introduction to First Aid:
Understanding the importance of providing timely and appropriate first aid in emergencies.
Learning the ethical and legal considerations of providing first aid.
Assessment of the Situation:
Learning how to assess the scene for potential dangers before providing assistance.
Understanding the importance of personal safety and the safety of others.
Primary Survey:
Learning the primary survey steps: checking for responsiveness, calling for help, assessing breathing and circulation.
Understanding the basic concepts of the "ABCs" (Airway, Breathing, Circulation).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR):
Learning CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants.
Understanding the importance of chest compressions and rescue breaths.
Choking:
Learning how to recognize and provide first aid for a choking victim.
Understanding different techniques for adults, children, and infants.
Bleeding and Wound Care:
Learning how to control bleeding using direct pressure, elevation, and pressure points.
Understanding wound cleaning, dressing, and preventing infection.
Shock:
Understanding the signs and symptoms of shock.
Learning how to manage shock by maintaining body temperature and elevating the legs (if appropriate).
Fractures and Sprains:
Learning how to recognize and provide basic first aid for fractures, sprains, and strains.
Understanding techniques like splinting to immobilize injured limbs.
Burns and Scalds:
Learning how to assess burn severity (first-degree, second-degree, third-degree).
Understanding first aid for burns, including cooling the burn and protecting it.
Medical Emergencies:
Learning how to recognize and respond to common medical emergencies, such as heart attacks, strokes, and seizures.
Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis:
Understanding the signs of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.
Learning how to administer epinephrine (if permitted and available) and seek medical help.
Poisoning:
Learning how to respond to cases of poisoning, including calling poison control.
Understanding first aid steps while waiting for medical assistance.
Injuries to Head and Spine:
Understanding the importance of stabilizing the head and neck in cases of suspected head or spinal injuries.
Basic First Aid Kit:
Learning what essential items should be included in a basic first aid kit.
Understanding how to use the items effectively.
Communication and Reporting:
Learning how to communicate with the injured person and other individuals involved.
Understanding the importance of accurate reporting to medical professionals.
Infant and Child First Aid:
Understanding the unique considerations and techniques for providing first aid to infants and children.
Environmental Emergencies:
Learning how to recognize and respond to heat-related illnesses, hypothermia, and frostbite.
Putting Theory into Practice:
Participating in practical exercises and simulations to apply learned skills.
Gaining confidence in providing first aid in various scenarios.
