Adult Basic Life Support (ABLS)

Description

The Adult Basic Life Support (ABLS) course by A to E Training & Solutions is a comprehensive 2.5-hour training designed for both clinical and non-clinical participants. It equips individuals with the essential knowledge and practical skills to recognise and manage an adult in cardiac arrest. The course emphasizes the importance of immediate intervention, highlighting that early CPR and defibrillation can significantly increase survival rates. Participants will engage in hands-on practice, including the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and learn to respond with empathy during high-stress situations. The training aligns with the Core Skills Training Framework at Level 2 and is accredited by the Resuscitation Council UK.

What you will learn

• Understand the Chain of Survival and its components.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to clinical deterioration in adults.
• Identify signs of unconsciousness and manage accordingly.
• Detect and manage adult cardiac arrest situations.
• Respond effectively to adult choking incidents.
• Summon emergency assistance promptly and efficiently.
• Initiate and maintain effective chest compressions.
• Demonstrate proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
• Administer artificial ventilation techniques safely.
• Understand roles and responsibilities during an emergency, including relevant legislation.
• Comprehend Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) decisions and their implications.