Instructor Bulletin CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Program Program Release Date: April 29, 2011 Executive Summary The American Red Cross is introducing the newly revised CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program which is designed to train professional-level rescuers to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. To supplement this program, the following courses and in-service training lessons have been updated: Administering Emergency Oxygen teaches the knowledge and skills to provide care to a victim of a breathing emergency using breathing devices, including resuscitation masks, bag-valve-mask resuscitators (BVMs) and emergency oxygen. Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission meets the intent of the Bloodborne Pathogens regulation issued by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) when combined with the site specific training requirement. The Asthma lesson gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide care to a person experiencing an asthma emergency with the use of an inhaler device until more advanced medical personnel take over. The Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto-Injectors lesson gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide care to a person experiencing anaphylaxis with the use of an epinephrine auto injector until more advanced emergency medical personnel take over. Features of the new program include: Two-year certification with free digital quarterly course refreshers Customer choice of materials download free digital or purchase affordable, competitively priced print materials Easy access to certificate printing and tracking Concise, interactive course Lower cost More value through comprehensive training materials In addition, the American Red Cross intends to develop other professional-level courses, such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and continuing education courses in the near future. Release Date: April 29, 2011 Key Dates Activity March 3 April 29 April 29 October 30 December 31 On demand W eb Expo for customers, instructors and prospects Program Release including CrossNet postings, Learning Center updates, free digital materials posted to RedCross.org and Instructor s Corner. Instructor courses in the existing program may no longer be taught after this date Basic-level courses in the existing program may no longer be taught after this date Instructors and instructor trainers are required to update to the new program by this date. 1
Scientific Changes In October 2010, new CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care treatment recommendations were released. This process was led by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and was sponsored by the American Heart Association (AHA). These recommendations and guidelines were reviewed by the Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council and incorporated into the new program. Summary of Planned Changes to CPR Skills in American Red Cross Programs Product Information Participant Materials A handbook is available for participants in e-book and print formats. It can be viewed on multiple platforms, including ipads. The handbook must be provided to participants for use during the course if they do not bring their own digital or print copy. Chapters should have printed products available at their classes for participants who wish to purchase this product. Note: Participants will be required to use both adult and pediatric resuscitation masks to demonstrate ventilations. Handbook Content and skill sheets are in separate chapters for ease of reference and review. Key skill steps are presented with full color photos and text. Great for quick reference and review. Information on core course topics, including: o Performing a primary assessment o Giving ventilations (includes using a BVM) o CPR and AED (one- and two-rescuer) o Conscious choking Instructor Materials Instructor s manual is available in free e-book or affordable printed format Streamlined lesson plans and enhanced skill assessment tools Instructor s manuals for Administering Emergency Oxygen (including enrichment topics on suctioning and airway adjuncts) and Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission and optional lesson plans for the Asthma and Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto-Injectors lessons available online Multimedia course presentation that includes course video, activity visuals and directions, skill sheets and key lecture points; play from the Internet or download to your computer New video for course segments; available in a variety of formats, including as part of the multimedia course presentation, on the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers DVD and streaming from the Internet Video includes segments for CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto-Injectors, as well as additional bonus segments for use during or after the course 2
Optional printed skill posters available to support instruction for primary assessment adult, primary assessment child and infant, choking and CPR Instructor Course Concise course Online and classroom components required; online focuses on knowledge and administration; classroom focuses on teaching and evaluating skills Prerequisites to the instructor course: o Be at least 17 years of age by the last day of the instructor course. o Basic-level in CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers certificate (or equivalent) New instructor course has been designed in a Bended Learning format: o Required online session includes: Orientation to the American Red Cross Orientation to the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructor course. Precourse W ritten exam o A classroom session where students practice teaching and evaluating skills. StayWell (Available April 29) Products Available from StayWell Product Stock No. Retail CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers 652168 $5.95 Handbook CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers 652169 $25.95 Instructor s Manual CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers 652170 $51.95 DVD Instructor s Kit Basic* (includes the instructor s manual and 652171 $29.75 handbook) Instructor s Kit Deluxe* (includes the instructor s manual, 652176 $76.95 handbook and DVD) Primary Assessment Adult Skill Poster (each) 652172 $6.95 Primary Assessment Child and Infant Skill Poster (each) 652173 $6.95 CPR Skill Poster (each) 652174 $6.95 Conscious Choking Skill Poster (each) 652175 $6.95 3
Digital Materials The handbook and instructor's manual a are also available for free in a digital format. The handbook will be available on RedCross.org. Instructor materials, including video segments, are available on Instructor s Corner. Place a StayWell Order To place an order with StayWell: Call Customer Service, (800) 667-2968, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time; OR Fax your order to the StayWell Order Entry Department, (877) 297-8525; OR Mail your order, Attn.: Order Entry Dept, The StayW ell Company, 780 Township Line Road, Yardley, PA 19067; OR Order online at www.shopstayw ell.com). Guidance for Existing CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Materials 1. Existing program products cannot be returned to StayW ell after the release of the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program on April 29, 2011. 2. Existing print materials will NOT be available for sale from StayW ell after October 31 or when existing stocks are depleted, whichever occurs first. 3. Existing instructor materials cannot be used in an instructor course after release of new materials, except for classes already in session. 4. Existing participant materials cannot be used after October 31, 2011, except for basic-level courses where classes are already in session. 5. Discontinued Program Materials: Effective on release of the new materials Guide for Training CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Instructors (CrossNet) 6. Discontinued Program Materials: Effective October 31, 2011 (or when existing stock is depleted, whichever comes first): CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Instructor s Manual with CD-ROM (Stock No. 652161) CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Participant s Manual (Stock No. 652162) CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer DVD (Stock No. 652160) Courses and Certifications Basic-Level Course Information The American Red Cross is introducing the newly revised CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program which is designed to train professional-level rescuers to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. Certificate issued and validity period: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers: 2 years INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT Instructor Trainers Existing Instructor Trainers o Obtain and retain the new Guide for Training CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructors. o Obtain and retain the new participant and instructor materials. o Complete the update online or participate in a group orientation. The online update is available on Instructors Corner. Go to the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program page. Training is documented electronically through the American Red Cross Learning Center. o Complete Part VI (Update or Re-Training) of the Application/W orksheet for Instructor Trainers Attachment (for update and retraining) and return it to the home chapter New Instructor Trainer Candidates 4
o Instructor trainers are trained through the Preparedness Training System. An IT group practicum outline will be developed. Instructor Trainer Certification (new term) o There is one instructor trainer certification CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers. Lifeguarding and Emergency Medical Response instructor trainers will also be able to teach this program. They should complete the online update or participate in a group orientation. Instructor Trainer Re-Certification (new term) o CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers instructor trainers must teach or co- teach one CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers instructor course (including instructor bridge or crossover instructor course) every 2 years; AND o Pass an online recertification assessment on the American Red Cross Learning Center with a score of 80 percent or better within their certification period. Instructors Existing CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructors must: o Obtain and retain the new participant and instructor materials. o Complete the update online or participate in a group orientation. The online update is available on Instructors Corner. Go to the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program page. Training is documented electronically through the American Red Cross Learning Center. New Instructors must: o Be at least 17 years of age (by the end of the course). o Complete an online orientation to the American Red Cross. o Successfully complete the online Orientation to the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructor Course o Successfully complete the precourse written exam. o Posses a current basic level American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers certificate (or equivalent) o Successfully complete the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructor course. Instructors from Other Training Agencies ( Quick Start ) must: o Provide evidence of current external credentials that show successful completion of a formal instructor course for professional rescuer, health care provider or basic life support CPR/AED from one of the following organizations: Canadian Red Cross American Heart Association National Safety Council Health and Safety Institute (HIS) (American Safety and Health Institute and Medic First Aid) Emergency Care and Safety Institute Medic First Aid o Participate in a Quick Start online training launched from the American Red Cross Learning Center. The training includes an online orientation to the American Red Cross. Professional educators and health care and medical professionals o The following candidates are eligible for the crossover/re-entry course: Individuals previously certified as an instructor in the program whose certification expired no more than 2 years before from the beginning of the instructor re-entry course. Registered nurses and student nurses who have completed one semester of clinical training. Certified and/or Licensed Athletic Trainers (ATC, LAT) Professional educators Public and community health education professionals (CHES, MPH) Others as determined by the local Red Cross Health and Safety Services administrator o Instructor candidates must: Be at least 17 years of age (by the end of the course). Posses a current basic level American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers certificate (or equivalent). 5
Complete an online orientation to the American Red Cross. Successfully complete the online Orientation to the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructor Course. Successfully complete the precourse written exam. Successfully complete the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Crossover/Re-entry Instructor course. American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED (r.11) Instructors (Bridging) must: O Be at least 17 years of age by the end of the course. O Posses a current CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers certificate (or equivalent). o Obtain and retain the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers participant and instructor materials. o Complete the online instructor update. o Successfully complete the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Instructor Course final written exam. Instructor Certification (new term) o There is one instructor certification CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers. Lifeguarding and Emergency Medical Response instructors are also eligible to teach this program. They should complete the online update or participate in a group orientation. Instructor Re-Certification (new term) o CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers instructors must teach or co-teach one CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers course (full, review or challenge) every 2 years; AND o Pass an online recertification assessment on the American Red Cross Learning Center with a score of 80 percent or better within their certification period. Lifeguarding and Emergency Medical Response instructors and instructor trainers will be eligible to teach this program after completing a self orientation to the program materials. CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers instructors and instructor trainers are eligible to teach Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission by completing the Bloodborne Pathogens Training Instructor Self-Study Bridge course (available online at the Red Cross Learning Center). CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers instructors and instructor trainers are eligible to teach Administering Emergency Oxygen by possessing a basic-level certification and by completing an orientation to the materials. Information on Additional Training in the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Program ADMINISTERING EMERGENCY OXYGEN Materials that can be used when teaching the Administering Emergency Oxygen course are available in the following programs: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Lifeguarding Emergency Medical Response Administering Emergency Oxygen is also available in a blended-learning format (not updated). Basic-Level Course Information The American Red Cross Administering Emergency Oxygen course is designed to give participants the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to a victim of a breathing emergency using breathing devices, including resuscitation masks, bag-valve-mask resuscitators (BVMs) and emergency oxygen. 6
Prerequisite: Current American Red Cross Adult, Child or Infant CPR or equivalent Certificate issued and validity period: Administering Emergency Oxygen: 2 years (unless state or local regulations dictate otherwise) Course length: 1 hour, 40 minutes 1 hour, 5 minutes when taught with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Enrichment topic: Suctioning 15 minutes Enrichment topic: Airways 15 minutes Participant Materials The materials in the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers program for this course Administering Emergency Oxygen Fact and Skill Sheets are available only in digital format. Enrichment materials Suctioning Fact and Skill Sheets and Airway Adjuncts Fact and Skill Sheets are also available in digital format. The materials must be provided to participants for use during the course if they do not bring their own digital or print copy. Instructor-Level Course Information The following instructors are eligible to teach the Administering Emergency Oxygen course: Emergency Response Lifeguarding CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers (who also have a current basic-level certificate) Instructor Materials New Administering Emergency Oxygen Instructor s Manual is available free in digital format Streamlined lesson plan and enhanced skill assessment tools Multimedia course presentation that includes course video, activity visuals and directions, skill sheets and key lecture points; play from the Internet or download to your computer New video for course segments; available in a variety of formats, including as part of the multimedia course presentation, on CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers DVD and streaming from the Internet Important Information Related to Implementing the Updated Course Instructors should download a copy of the updated Administering Emergency Oxygen Instructor's Manual and begin using it no later than October 31, 2011. Instructors may continue using the existing Administering Emergency Oxygen lesson plans from the following courses until they are updated: o Lifeguarding o Emergency Response BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS TRAINING: PREVENTING DISEASE TRANSMISSION Materials that can be used when teaching the Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission are available in the following programs: Lifeguarding Emergency Response Bloodborne Pathogens Training Bloodborne Pathogens Training is also available as a Web-based course. Basic-Level Course Information The American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission course is designed to teach employees how bloodborne pathogens are spread; how to help prevent exposure incidents by following work practice controls, using engineering controls and personal protective equipment, practicing 7
good personal hygiene and properly cleaning and disinfecting equipment and supplies; and how to recognize, report and follow up on employee exposures to infectious materials. Certificate issued and validity period: Bloodborne Pathogens Training: 1 year; in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations Participant Materials The materials for this course Bloodborne Pathogens Training Fact and Skill Sheets are available only in digital format. The materials should be provided to participants for use during the course if they do not bring their own digital or print copy. Instructor-Level Course Information The following instructors are eligible to teach the Bloodborne Pathogens Training course: Bloodborne Pathogens Training Emergency Medical Response Lifeguarding The following instructors are eligible to teach the Bloodborne Pathogens Training course with a selforientation to the program materials and completion of the Bloodborne Pathogens Training Instructor Self- Study Bridge available at the Red Cross Learning Center: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers First Aid/CPR/AED Sport Safety Training Nurses Assistant Training Instructor Materials Instructor s manual is available free in digital format Streamlined lesson plan Multimedia course presentation that includes course video, activity visuals and directions, skill sheets and key lecture points; play from the Internet or download to your computer Updated video for course segments; available in a variety of formats, including as part of the multimedia course presentation, streaming from the Internet and on CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers and First Aid/CPR/AED DVDs Instructor Course Prerequisites to the instructor course: o Be at least 17 years of age by the last day of the instructor course o Complete the online Orientation to the American Red Cross o Obtain program materials o Complete the self-study/pre-test with a minimum score of 80% (32 correct out of 40 questions) Important Information Related to Implementing the Updated Course Existing program products cannot be returned to StayW ell after the release of the updated Bloodborne Pathogens Training course on April 29, 2011. Existing print materials will NOT be available for sale from StayW ell after existing stocks are depleted. Existing instructor materials cannot be used in an instructor course after release of new materials, except for classes already in session. Upon release of the new materials, instructor trainers should download a copy of the updated Guide for Training Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission Instructors (CrossNet) and begin using it immediately. Instructors should download a copy of the updated Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission Instructor s Manual (CrossNet) and begin usin it no later than October 31, 2011. Instructors may continue using the existing Bloodborne Pathogens Training lesson plans from the following courses until they are updated: o Lifeguarding o Emergency Response 8
Discontinued Program Materials: Effective when existing stock is depleted: o Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission Participant s Manual (Stock No. 655107) o Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Preventing Disease Transmission Video (Stock No. 655109) 9