Oxygen Administration
Serious and life-threatening medical emergencies often cause oxygen to be depleted in the body leaving the victim at risk for shock. The Emergency Oxygen program focuses on administering emergency oxygen to breathing and non-breathing persons and emergency oxygen delivery systems.
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
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.
Skills Evaluation:
Students must perform required skills competently without assistance.
Important Considerations
Recognized certification period: Up to 2 years.
Successful completion is based on achievement of the core learning objectives rather than a prescribed instruction time.
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
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.
Skills Evaluation:
Students must perform required skills competently without assistance.
Important Considerations
Recognized certification period: Up to 2 years.
Successful completion is based on achievement of the core learning objectives rather than a prescribed instruction time.
