Oxygen Administration
Introduction
The value of oxygen in the first aid treatment of cardiopulmonary
resuscitation, hypoxia, lung disease, major trauma and decompression
sickness is well established.
Aims:
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
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Understand size and colour coding of various oxygen cylinders
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Understand volume and pressure of oxygen cylinders
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Know the effects of oxygen in the presence of fire
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Work out how various concentrations are achieved using the equipment
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How to calculate the running time of a cylinder
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Recognise the clinical signs of hypoxia and cyanosis
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Assess illness and injuries requiring oxygen administration
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Give effective treatment to a cUnderstand size and colour coding of
various oxygenasualty requiring oxygen
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Course content:
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The content of the course includes information and training in:
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Revision of AV/CPR
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Use of the pocket mask
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Conditions and symptoms
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Casualty examination
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Oxygen administration equipment
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Positive pressure ventilation
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Assessments
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Reporting
Who should attend
Key staff and those who may be required to administer oxygen in the
course of providing effective first aid treatment.