This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew the qualification, learners will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that during the 3-year period, the learners attend annual refresher courses.
Assessment
About Course
This training enables users to administer oxygen safely and effectively, for casualties with breathing difficulties. Delegates will learn how and when to administer oxygen to a casualty and the safety concerns with carrying, storing and administering it.
This course is suitable for qualified First Aiders, Emergency First Aiders, dental practitioners and dental care professionals, nurses, healthcare professionals and others working in an environment where oxygen is available for casualty welfare.
Certification
A range of methods are used, including, practical and questioning (open and multiple-choice).
Course Content
Introduction to Oxygen Therapy
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The benefits of oxygen therapy
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Indications for the use of oxygen
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Contraindications prohibiting use of oxygen
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Dangers of using compressed gas