Description
MEDIC First Aid Emergency Oxygen program focuses on administering emergency oxygen to breathing and non-breathing persons, emergency oxygen delivery systems and integrating pulse oximetry.
Intended audience
Individuals who desire or are required to be trained in the administration of emergency oxygen
Prerequisites
Current CPR or CPR and first aid certification
Class configurations
• Max student to instructor ratio: 12 to 1
• Max student to oxygen system ratio: 6 to 1
Course topics
• The Case for Emergency Oxygen
• Integrating the Use of Emergency Oxygen
• Emergency Oxygen Delivery Systems
• Integrating Pulse Oximetry with Emergency Oxygen
• Oxygen Delivery for a Breathing Person
• Oxygen Delivery for a Nonbreathing Person • After-use Considerations
• Safety Precautions
Instructor materials
- MEDIC First Aid Emergency Oxygen Instructor Guide (one per instructor, print or digital)
- MEDIC First Aid Emergency Oxygen presentation media (DVD or Blended)
Recognized certification period
• Up to 2 years
Successful completion (certification)
- Written Evaluation: Required when specified by organizational, local or state regulation. It is recommended for designated responders with a duty or employer expectation to respond in an emergency and provide first aid care.
- Performance Evaluation: Students must perform required skills competently without assistance: – Oxygen Delivery for a Breathing Person– Oxygen Delivery for a Nonbreathing Person
– Students must demonstrate the use of gloves and a ventilation mask.Recommended time to complete• Initial Training: About 1.5 to 2 hours
