The First Aid for Over 60s course is designed to give you the theoretical knowledge needed to help an older person a medical emergency. It is an ideal course for home carers to learn how to confidently help when older people fall or have accidents and illnesses. The course covers topics such as the recovery position, choking, falls, heart attacks, drowning and much more. It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice. The First Aid for Over 60s course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. You will have continuous access to the course for 12 months. The author has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course, however this course is merely a guide and the author does not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or for any mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person, however caused. The First Aid for Over 60s course material has been written by Emma Hammett, qualified nurse, first aid trainer and founder of First Aid for Life in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk Course Contents: Action in an emergency Unresponsive and breathing Recovery position Heart attack and angina Unconscious and not breathing Resuscitation Hygiene during CPR Compression-only resuscitation Falls Breathing problems Choking Drowning Asthma Panic Attacks and hyperventilation Anaphylactic shock Wounds and bleeding Bites and stings Burns Poisoning Breaks, sprains and dislocations Head injuries Strokes and transischaemic Attacks Spinal injuries Fitting/seizures/convulsions Heat exhaustion Heat stroke Hypothermia Medical conditions Diabetes First Aid for Over 60s