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Saudi Heart Association (SHA) is the national authority in Saudi Arabia for cardiovascular health and emergency cardiac care training. It operates under the umbrella of the Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia and is responsible for setting national standards for CPR, BLS, ACLS, and emergency response training.
SHA Basic Life Support (BLS) First Aid
Course Overview
The SHA Basic Life Support (BLS) First Aid course is developed by the Saudi Heart Association to ensure that healthcare providers and public safety professionals have the essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively to life-threatening emergencies.
This course focuses on providing high-quality CPR, recognising cardiac arrest and respiratory arrest, managing choking, and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The training combines theory, practical skills, and team-based resuscitation techniques to improve survival rates in both hospital and community environments.
Key Takeaways
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand the importance of Basic Life Support training
- Recognise cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and choking emergencies
- Perform high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
- Understand the chain of survival (in-hospital and out-of-hospital)
- Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) correctly
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system
- Work effectively as part of a resuscitation team
- Perform CPR with single and multiple rescuers
- Respond confidently to life-threatening medical emergencies
Course Outline
Introduction to Basic Life Support
Understanding the importance of BLS training and emergency response.
High-Quality CPR (Adult, Child, and Infant)
Learning correct CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants.
Chain of Survival
Understanding the steps required to improve survival from cardiac arrest.
Recognition of Cardiac Arrest and Respiratory Emergencies
Identifying signs of cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and choking.
Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Learning how to operate an AED safely and effectively.
Team-Based Resuscitation
Understanding team roles, responsibilities, and team dynamics.
Choking Management
Providing first aid for choking in adults and infants.
Practical Skills Training
Hands-on CPR training, AED practice, and skills stations.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
- Healthcare professionals
- Nurses and medical assistants
- Emergency response teams
- Public safety professionals
- Healthcare students
- Safety officers
- Anyone working in a medical or emergency environment
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