Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
24/07/2026 2:37 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment

Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTCA404C
State Code
D5815
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/08/2011
Field of Education
069907 - First Aid
Original Release Date
02/08/2011
Nominal Hours
100
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and respond to clinical emergencies and to perform basic life support in a cardiac testing environment
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the need for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  • 1.1 Identify client requiring assistance
  • 1.2 Check immediate environment for safety and complete required action to remove or reduce risks
  • 1.3 Accurately assess client'sresponsiveness
  • 1.4 Correctly identify need for CPR and summon medical assistance
  • 1.5 Utilise personal protective equipment in accordance with standard and additional precautions
  • 1.6 Check client's airway for patency and clear any obstruction
  • 1.7 Establish and maintain client's airway
  • 1.8 Correctly assess client's breathing
  • 1.9 Correctly assess clients circulation
  • 1.10 Correctly position the client
  • 1.11 Promptly obtain emergency equipment and make ready for use
2. Perform CPR
  • 2.1 Identify the client as apnoeic and mouth to mask breathing is correctly performed
  • 2.2 Assess the clients pulse as absent and correctly perform external cardiac compression
  • 2.3 Regularly assess the client for the return of spontaneous breathing and circulation
  • 2.4 Accurately communicate a complete history of the incident to medical/paramedical personnel
  • 2.5 Document actions in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
3. Support the client on completion of basic CPR
  • 3.1 Client is provided with appropriate care and support during the immediate recovery period
  • 3.2 Respond accurately to questions from the medical/paramedical personnel concerning the incident
  • 3.3 Provide the client with facilities and refreshments as appropriate for the recovery period
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9123 HLTCA404B Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD082 HLTCA404D Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment Unit of competency
No information