by Donna RyanOne little girl survived a near downing, thanks to her mother’s knowledge of CPR. After a neighborhood pool party, Alise Nipper came perilously close to losing her life when she slipped and toppled into a neighbor’s backyard pool. After Alise was found at the bottom of the water, unconscious and without a pulse, all hope […]
by Donna RyanStudies show that people who learn CPR tend to feel less stress and anxiety in emergencies and daily life. They also report greater feelings of personal accomplishment and self-esteem. Learning a skill like CPR, challenges you physically and mentally. It pushes you outside your comfort zone in a controlled way. And when you master it, […]
by Donna RyanThere is nothing more satisfying than learning first-aid and CPR life saving procedures, as doing so can save another person’s life and give you an extreme sense of accomplishment. Business people today are seeing the wisdom of arranging work-site first-aid training or enrolling in an on-site CPR/first-aid training class in their community. To truly appreciate […]
by Donna RyanWhat Happens to the Brain During Cardiac Arrest? Cardiac arrest means the heart stops beating. Oxygenated blood stops circulating to the vital organs and the brain. That’s why knowing CPR is necessary. You can save a life by knowing this important and valuable life-saving skill. Within seconds of cardiac arrest, the heart’s electrical system goes […]
by Donna RyanDangerous Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death in the United States, with nearly 356,000 out-of-hospital cases occurring each year. When it comes to saving lives, every second counts. That’s where CPR and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) come into play. To address the issue, California has passed a law that will take […]
by Donna RyanPreventing Heat Stroke: Steps You Need to Take Summer is commonly associated with spending sun-filled days enjoying activities or working in the open air. However, it’s important to be prepared as this season can quickly turn into a health situation or a hazard. In places, like Florida and other hot regions, heat advisories and excessive […]
by Donna RyanIt’s not hard to find a reason to learn CPR or first-aid. After all, both skills can save lives. What you might not know is that there are plenty of reasons to learn both skills together. Doing so will prepare you for any emergency situation and increase your self-confidence. What is first-aid? First aid is […]
CPR instruction involves giving constructive feedback so students feel confident about their newly learned skills. Knowing this skill can go a long way toward making the learning environment interesting and positive. How to Use Constructive Criticism Properly Use this type of constructive to improve communications with students. Therefore, to make this happen you need to: […]
by Donna RyanWhen someone suffers from heart failure, trauma, or other ailments, knowing CPR and First Aid are basic to saving their life. More people are saved by the selfless deeds of others than the hundreds of thousands who pass away yearly from cardiac arrest.. Even famous people have been known to perform CPR and administer first […]
by Donna RyanPeople without a medical background may learn BLS. However, you need medical knowledge to understand ACLS. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are supportive therapies for cardiac arrest and severe injury patients. While ACLS and BLS are used to treat a person in cardiac arrest, they differ in how rescuers use […]
by Donna RyanUncontrolled bleeding in the U.S. is preventable. However, it’s the cause of a large number of deaths each year. Statistics reveal that acute blood loss or shock accounts for over 40% of trauma-related fatalities. To increase the odds of survival, knowing how to control bleeding is a valuable emergency first aid skilll. Let’s go over […]
by Donna RyanThe first thing you should know is that smoke inhalation can be fatal. If someone is exposed to a fire or an emergency situation, they’re at risk of having second- and third-degree burns. They may also suffer from inhalation injuries. Therefore, they need first aid immediately. The body’s natural response to inhaling smoke is to […]
by Donna RyanCPR instruction involves giving constructive feedback so students feel confident about their newly learned skills. Knowing this skill can go a long way toward making the learning environment interesting and positive. How to Use Constructive Criticism Properly Use constructive criticism to improve communications with students. Therefore, to make this happen you need to: Tell the student […]
by Donna RyanFirst aid training always allows you to stay conscious about what to do in case a person or animal needs care. One of the essential components to the training includes wound care. Learning wound care – preventing infections and controlling bleeding is fundamental to saving a person’s or animal’s life. Cholla Charlie’s Crisis Both people […]
by Donna RyanCPR recertification is necessary if you want to keep your CPR card in force. Therefore, you’ll need to schedule a refresher CPR class. Consider CPR a lifelong skill, as you’ll need to stay current on lifesaving methods. CPR Recertification and Refresher CPR Courses The American Heart Association (AHA) has set the standard in this respect. […]