First Aid Course for Caregivers

Lesson 1 • Standard Precautions and Infection Control

Covers transmission-based precautions and proper PPE use during emergency care. Reduces cross-contamination risk in high-stress, uncontrolled environments.

Lesson 2 • Patient Assessment Framework

Introduces the primary and secondary survey sequence used throughout all emergency scenarios. Provides a repeatable mental model for rapid, organised evaluation.

Lesson 3 • Scene Safety and Situational Awareness

Teaches systematic scene assessment before approaching any emergency. Builds habits that protect both responder and patient from secondary harm.

Lesson 4 • Consent, Confidentiality, and Ethics

Addresses informed consent, implied consent for unresponsive patients, and privacy obligations. Grounds ethical decision-making in real emergency contexts.

Lesson 1 • Rescue Breathing and Airway Management

Covers head-tilt chin-lift, jaw thrust, and mask-to-face ventilation techniques. Effective airway management prevents hypoxic injury during resuscitation.

Lesson 2 • Adult CPR Skill Execution

Teaches correct hand placement, compression depth, rate, and recoil for adult patients. Proper technique maximises perfusion pressure during cardiac arrest.

Lesson 3 • Paediatric and Infant CPR Adaptations

Highlights anatomical and physiological differences requiring modified CPR technique for children and infants. Ensures responders adjust force and ratio appropriately.

Lesson 4 • Automated External Defibrillator Operation

Guides safe AED pad placement, rhythm analysis, and shock delivery with minimal CPR interruption. AED use within minutes dramatically improves cardiac arrest survival.

Lesson 5 • Recognising Cardiac and Respiratory Arrest

Trains rapid identification of unresponsiveness, absent breathing, and pulselessness. Early recognition directly determines survival outcomes and guides immediate action.

Lesson 1 • Infant Choking Management

Demonstrates face-down back blows and face-up chest thrusts for infants under one year. Infant fragility demands precise force control to avoid injury.

Lesson 2 • Recognising Partial Versus Complete Obstruction

Distinguishes effective cough and stridor from silent, ineffective airway obstruction. Correct classification determines whether to intervene immediately or encourage coughing.

Lesson 3 • Back Blows and Chest Thrusts

Covers five-and-five alternating technique and chest thrust modifications for obese or pregnant patients. Adapting technique ensures effectiveness across diverse body types.

Lesson 4 • Abdominal Thrust Technique for Adults

Teaches proper hand positioning and upward thrust mechanics for conscious and unconscious adults. Correct technique generates sufficient pressure to expel foreign objects.

Lesson 1 • Tourniquet Application and Monitoring

Covers commercial and improvised tourniquet placement for life-threatening limb haemorrhage. Correct placement and time documentation prevent ischaemic complications.

Lesson 2 • Haemorrhagic Shock Recognition and Response

Identifies progressive shock signs and nursing assistant interventions to stabilise the patient. Early recognition and positioning reduce mortality before advanced care arrives.

Lesson 3 • Wound Packing for Deep Injuries

Introduces gauze packing technique for junctional and deep wounds not amenable to tourniquet. Packing combined with sustained pressure controls severe haemorrhage effectively.

Lesson 4 • Classifying Bleeding and Wound Types

Differentiates arterial, venous, and capillary bleeding and open versus closed wounds. Classification guides urgency and selection of appropriate control methods.

Lesson 1 • Upper Extremity Splinting Techniques

Demonstrates rigid and soft splints for forearm, wrist, and hand injuries with sling application. Upper extremity injuries are among the most common in care settings.

Lesson 2 • Identifying Fractures and Dislocations

Covers signs and symptoms distinguishing fractures, dislocations, and soft-tissue injuries. Accurate identification prevents inappropriate manipulation that worsens outcomes.

Lesson 3 • Lower Extremity Splinting Techniques

Covers traction splints for femur fractures and improvised splints for tibia and ankle injuries. Lower extremity fractures carry significant blood loss and mobility risk.

Lesson 4 • Spinal Motion Restriction Basics

Introduces manual in-line stabilisation and cervical collar sizing for suspected spinal injuries. Preventing spinal movement reduces risk of permanent neurological damage.

Lesson 1 • Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis

Identifies mild allergic reactions versus life-threatening anaphylaxis and supports epinephrine auto-injector use. Rapid recognition and positioning are critical before advanced care arrives.

Lesson 2 • Respiratory Distress and Asthma Attacks

Covers assessment of dyspnoea, wheezing, and accessory muscle use, and supports inhaler administration. Prompt positioning and medication assistance reduce hypoxic deterioration.

Lesson 3 • Diabetic Emergencies: Hypo and Hyperglycaemia

Distinguishes hypoglycaemia from hyperglycaemia using signs, symptoms, and blood glucose context. Appropriate glucose administration or withholding prevents worsening the condition.

Lesson 4 • Seizure Management and Safety

Teaches protective positioning, timing, and post-ictal monitoring for generalised seizures. Nursing assistants prevent injury without restraining the patient during seizure activity.

Lesson 1 • Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Assistance

Identifies opioid overdose triad and supports naloxone administration per facility protocol. Rapid response and rescue breathing bridge the patient to emergency medical services.

Lesson 2 • Burn Assessment and Initial Treatment

Applies rule-of-nines and palm method to estimate burn surface area and classify depth. Correct initial cooling and covering prevent infection and reduce pain.

Lesson 3 • Hypothermia and Cold Exposure Management

Identifies mild, moderate, and severe hypothermia and applies passive and active rewarming techniques. Rough handling of hypothermic patients can trigger fatal cardiac arrhythmias.

Lesson 4 • Heat-Related Illness Recognition and Care

Differentiates heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke by severity and systemic involvement. Cooling interventions must match severity to avoid overcorrection or delay.

Lesson 1 • Trauma Scenario with Multiple Injuries

Presents a simulated fall or collision victim requiring bleeding control, splinting, and spinal precautions simultaneously. Students prioritise life threats using the primary survey.

Lesson 2 • Triage Principles in Multi-Patient Events

Introduces START triage to categorise multiple patients by survivability and resource need. Triage skills ensure the greatest benefit when resources are limited.

Lesson 3 • Simulated Cardiac Arrest Scenario

Runs a full team CPR scenario integrating recognition, compressions, AED, and handoff communication. Performance is evaluated against measurable compression quality benchmarks.

Lesson 4 • Medical Emergency Simulation

Combines stroke, anaphylaxis, or diabetic emergency cues in a single scenario requiring differential recognition. Students demonstrate correct intervention selection and escalation.