The student will have observed the assessment and resuscitation of the patient who has suffered a cardio-respiratory arrest, and be able to describe the actions required as defined by the UK Resuscitation Council.
They should be familiar with ALS and APLS algorithms and pharmacology.
Be able to rapidly assess the collapsed patient in terms of ABC, airway, breathing and circulation and perform basic life support competently as defined by Resuscitation Council (UK): effective chest compressions, airway manoeuvres, bag and mask ventilation.
To know the possible reversable causes of cardiorespiratory arrest: the ‘4Hs and 4Ts’.
