HST 114 - CPR, First Aid, & Infectious Disease

This course focuses on the provision of basic first aid and CPR to respond to emergencies. Emphasis is on the recognition and response to medical emergencies within the community or healthcare setting and the ability of the student to successfully perform first aid/CPR skills. Course will include American Heart Association Professional Level Basic Life Support and Heartsaver First Aid certifications, which are valid for 2 years and there is an additional fee for the cards. This course will also provide students with an understanding of the principles of infection control to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and/or bloodborne pathogens.

This course requires additional fees for the CPR and First Aid Certification Cards.

Credits: 1
Hours
2 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Demonstrate and recognize the principles of infection control to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and/or blood-borne pathogens following CDC guidelines.
Demonstrate proper technique for 1 and 2 rescuer CPR for infants, children, and adults, including use of an AED, following American Heart Association guidelines.
Perform first aid procedures for basic medical emergencies, following American Heart Association guidelines.

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