Paediatric First Aid
Location: Medway Park, Gillingham
Overview
MEETS CARE CERTIFICATE STANDARD 13
Day 1: EPFA unit 1 Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Day 2: PFA Paediatric First Aid
Roles and Responsibilities
Infection control /PPE
Paediatric First aid kit contents/accident reporting
Primary Survey /unconscious casualty
CPR Child &Infant
Choking
Bleeding
Minor injuries
Shock Burns and Scalds /electric shock /poisoning
Hypothermia
Heat stroke
Fractures
Head/Neck/Back injuries.
Eyes/ears and nose conditions
Acute Medical conditions
Diabetes /Asthma/Anaphylaxis/Meningitis/febrile convulsions
Sickle cell
Poisoning
There are 2 multiple choice theory papers to complete along with the on-going practical assessment.
The awarding body is the Royal Lifesaving Society (RLSS).