HPE 1168 - BLS FOR HLTH CARE PROVIDERS

This course is designed to teach the skills of CPR for victims of all ages (including ventilation with a barrier device, bag-mask device, and oxygen), use of automated external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO), as prescribed by the American Heart Association. It is intended for students who, by nature of their professions, provide health care to patients and victims in a wide variety of situations, including in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings. The course is also designed for anyone required to take a healthcare/professional rescuer course for future employment. This course is a prerequisite for those seeking future certification in ACLS and PALS.

Credits: 1 cr. General Education Requirement: Wellness