Lesson 1Scene safety and initial impression at public locations (supermarket specifics)Covers checking scene safety in crowded public spots, focusing on supermarkets. Deals with managing crowds, environmental risks, finding the victim, and getting a quick first impression while safeguarding rescuers, onlookers, and the patient.
Scanning for traffic, electrical, and spill hazardsManaging crowds, family, and bystandersRapidly locating and accessing the victimInitial impression: responsiveness and breathingUsing store staff and security effectivelyPlanning safe space for CPR and AED useLesson 2Integration of BLS actions with basic equipment: oxygen, suction, pocket mask, BVMExplains combining BLS skills with basic tools like oxygen, suction, pocket masks, and BVMs. Stresses order, teamwork, and avoiding delays in chest compressions while fitting in devices for breathing support.
Prioritizing compressions over equipment setupApplying oxygen safely during resuscitationUsing suction to clear airway obstructionsCoordinating pocket mask use with CPRTwo‑rescuer BVM technique and timingAvoiding equipment‑related delays and errorsLesson 3Team dynamics during adult resuscitation: roles, closed-loop communication, switchovers, minimising hands-off timeFocuses on good team behaviour in adult resuscitation. Reviews assigning roles, closed-loop talk, timing compressor changes, cutting pauses, and handling conflicts so the team gives coordinated, top-quality BLS care.
Defining team leader and member rolesUsing clear, closed‑loop communicationCoordinating compressions with ventilationsPlanned compressor rotation to reduce fatigueStrategies to minimize hands‑off timeDebriefing to improve future team performanceLesson 4Primary survey: checking responsiveness, airway, breathing, circulation for adultsCovers the adult primary check sequence: responsiveness, airway, breathing, circulation. Stresses fast assessment, spotting cardiac arrest, and straight away starting compressions and AED when needed.
Approaching and tapping the adult victimOpening the airway with head tilt–chin liftAssessing breathing and chest movementChecking carotid pulse quickly and safelyIdentifying cardiac arrest within 10 secondsMoving rapidly to CPR and AED placementLesson 5Ventilation for adults: pocket mask and bag-valve-mask technique, delivering effective breaths, avoiding hyperventilationDetails adult breathing support with pocket mask and BVM. Reviews good seal, head position, breath size and speed, matching with compressions, and ways to prevent stomach inflation and over-breathing in resuscitation.
Head positioning for open airway during breathsCreating an effective mask sealDelivering visible chest rise, not overinflatingCoordinating breaths with chest compressionsAvoiding hyperventilation and gastric inflationTwo‑rescuer BVM roles and techniqueLesson 6Documentation, legal and ethical considerations, and post-resuscitation scene handoff proceduresReviews paperwork needs, legal safeguards, and moral issues in adult resuscitation. Explains noting times and actions, respecting advance directives, dealing with police, and doing orderly patient handover.
Essential elements of CPR documentationGood Samaritan and duty‑to‑act conceptsHandling advance directives and DNR formsCommunicating with family on sceneStructured handoff to EMS or hospital staffMaintaining confidentiality and recordsLesson 7Adult CPR indications: when to start and when to withholdExplains signs needing adult CPR start, like no response and odd breathing. Reviews when to skip or stop resuscitation, stressing local rules, no-resuscitate orders, and rescuer safety.
Recognizing unresponsiveness and no normal breathingConfirming pulselessness within 10 secondsAgonal respirations versus normal breathingSituations to withhold CPR, including valid DNRWhen to stop CPR in the fieldConsulting protocols and medical directionLesson 8When and how to activate emergency response system and request AED/advanced helpDetails when to call emergency services for adults, how to clearly ask for AED and expert help, and how to manage callers, dispatch, and on-site rescuers for fast arrival of life-saving aid.
Recognizing need for immediate EMS activationWho should call 911 and when to place callEssential information to give the dispatcherDirecting someone to retrieve the nearest AEDRequesting advanced life support resourcesMaintaining phone contact while starting CPRLesson 9Use of barrier devices and cleaning/contamination precautionsLooks at using barrier tools to cut infection risk in BLS. Covers pocket masks, face shields, BVM filters, glove use, cleaning reusable gear, handling body fluids, and cleanup after.
Types of CPR barrier devices for adultsCorrect pocket mask positioning and sealUsing filters with BVM and oxygenGlove use and safe removal techniquesCleaning and disinfecting reusable itemsManaging spills and biohazard disposalLesson 10Adult chest compression technique: hand placement, depth, rate, recoil, minimising interruptionsDescribes right adult chest compression method, hand spot, depth, speed, full bounce-back, and cutting breaks. Stresses hard surface use, feedback tools if handy, and common mistakes reducing blood flow.
Landmarks for correct hand placementTarget compression depth and rateAllowing full chest recoil each compressionMinimizing pauses and pre‑shock delaysUsing feedback devices to improve qualityCorrecting common compression errors
