This eBook has been developed to support learners completing Standard 12: Basic Life Support of the Care Certificate. It provides essential knowledge to help care workers respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations where a person’s life may be at risk.
Basic life support (BLS) is a critical skill for anyone working in a health or social care setting. This eBook outlines the core principles of BLS and how to apply them in line with current guidelines, helping you to act quickly, calmly, and appropriately when it matters most.
In this eBook, you’ll learn:
✅ What to do in an emergency situation involving cardiac arrest or unconsciousness
✅ How to carry out adult CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
✅ The importance of the recovery position and when to use it
✅ How to safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
✅ Legal responsibilities and the importance of practical, hands-on training
This eBook is aligned with Skills for Care guidance and based on current Resuscitation Council UK recommendations. It is designed to complement face-to-face or practical training and includes clear step-by-step summaries, visual guides, and key reminders.
This eBook has been developed to support learners completing Standard 12: Basic Life Support of the Care Certificate. It provides essential knowledge to help care workers respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations where a person’s life may be at risk.
Basic life support (BLS) is a critical skill for anyone working in a health or social care setting. This eBook outlines the core principles of BLS and how to apply them in line with current guidelines, helping you to act quickly, calmly, and appropriately when it matters most.
In this eBook, you’ll learn:
✅ What to do in an emergency situation involving cardiac arrest or unconsciousness
✅ How to carry out adult CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
✅ The importance of the recovery position and when to use it
✅ How to safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
✅ Legal responsibilities and the importance of practical, hands-on training
This eBook is aligned with Skills for Care guidance and based on current Resuscitation Council UK recommendations. It is designed to complement face-to-face or practical training and includes clear step-by-step summaries, visual guides, and key reminders.
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