First Aid and CPR: Introduction

unit objectives iconUnit Objectives

After you have completed this unit, you will be able to:

  1. Identify the elements of an accident.
  2. Identify where accidents are most likey to occur.
  3. Identify steps to avoid an accident.
  4. Define risk.
  5. Identify controllable and uncontrollable risk.
  6. Explain the proper procedures to use in administering CPR.
  7. Explain the proper procedures to use in administering abdominal thrusts.
  8. Describe situations where first aid technique will be used.
  9. Explain the conditions for when first aid is applied and the conditions and treatments for various injuries.
  10. Identify methods of self-protection around the home and in public places.