This online micro-credential introduces the key aspects of the primary survey and identifies fundamental management interventions in the context of an emergency department presentation. The objective of the Primary Survey is to identify all life-threatening injuries and conditions and to initiate resuscitation/treatment immediately. The Primary Survey is a structured, systematic process conducted on all clients that present to critical care areas. However, it can be applied to any context within the healthcare system.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the keys aspects of the primary survey Patient Assessment
2. Outline initial assessment priorities
3. Recognise the importance of baseline observations in the primary survey.

Assessment

Online Quiz

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.