Medical Emergency Training

Aims and objectives

• To understand how to recognise and treat an unwell patient
• To be aware of what equipment should be available with the practice in line with current RCUK guidance
• To understand the role you should play as part of the team should a medical emergency occur
• To understand the principles of the structured A-E approach in assessing  and treating a seriously ill patient

Learning Outcomes

• Users will be able to identify emergency equipment and know how and when it is to be used
• Users will be able to answer post course questions relating to the modules listed
• Users will be able to state what equipment and drugs may be needed to deal with a medical emergency
• Users will be able to explain the structured approach for the management of the unwell patient
• Users will be able to list the drugs used for specific medical emergencies
• Users will be able explain current CPR /AED guidance for both adults and Children
• Users will be able to reflect on current knowledge & skill

Course Author: Dave Edwards RGN, ONC, ALSi ,APLSi,REMT-P
Clinical Director, Resuscitation Consultancy Medical Services Ltd.

Dave Edwards has over 25 years’ experience within the field of resuscitation and emergency care. He is a course Director for the UK Resuscitation Council ALS and ILS course and also the Advanced Life Support Group APLS course and a Resuscitation Council instructor who teaches other potential instructors to teach.

_{This module does not replace face-to-face learning with an appropriate educator, such as an experienced Resuscitation Officer, however we do recommend this online learning as part of a blended learning approach
Face-to-face learning can be accessed by contacting Resuscitation Consultancy Medical Services Ltd on info@lifesupport-rcms.co.uk or 0333 0122999.}