Unit Award Scheme

84676 FIRST AID: CONSCIOUSNESS AND RECOVERY POSITION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1check, in a simulated situation, that the casualty is breathing, eg by listeningSummary sheet
2find and measure a pulse, eg at the wristSummary sheet
3determine, in a simulated situation, the level of consciousness, eg by pinching the casualtySummary sheet
4place the casualty in a recovery positionSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

5the four steps to be taken on arriving at an emergency situation, ie assess, make safe, aid, summon helpStudent completed work
6the respiratory and circulation systemsStudent completed work
7the ABC rule, ie Airway, Breathing, CirculationStudent completed work

experienced

8taking part in a group discussion about placing unconscious casualties in the recovery position.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 17 June 2011Level - Entry Level