Medical gases should only be administered by staff who are:

• Competent in the administration of medical gases & basic life support.
  

• Familiar with the side effects of medical gases & their contra-indications.
  

• Aware of the criteria for patient selection and exclusion.

The aim of the course is to ensure:

• Medical gas is administered safely & effectively.
• To reduce the likelihood of side effects and complications.

Course length: 4 hrs

Qualification: Medical Gases Certificate

Course Syllabus:

• To give students a greater understanding of oxygen therapy.
• Understand when oxygen is contraindicated.
• Teach students about the different illnesses and diseases that could require oxygen therapy.
• The use of bag/valve and mask.
• The use of OPA (Oral Pharyngeal Airways).
• The use of an aspirator.
• The use of analgesic gas.
• Cleaning and maintenance of equipment.

Cost: £35 per person + VAT on open courses £35 per person (min charge of £280) + VAT for in-house courses

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