by Axe ValeUnderstanding First Aid Basics First aid is the immediate care given to someone who is injured or suddenly becomes ill before professional medical help is available. Knowing a few life-saving first aid tips can help you respond quickly, prevent an injury from becoming worse, and in some situations, help save a life. One common misconception […]
by Carin MangimeliAfter the immediate burn has been treated, make plans to seek medical advice and have the wound treated by a medical professional as soon as possible to ensure that the burn does not become infected. The doctor may also be able to prescribe some topical ointment to keep the burn moist to ease scarring…
by Nupur AgarwalHowever we cannot control the forces of nature. In case you may lose your bearings and be forced to spend the night unexpectedly. Daypack of a hunter should include a map…
by Pamela ArsenaIn any given day there will be almost 62,000 injuries that result from an accident that occurred at home,
by Axe ValeUnderstanding the Biological Trigger To respond effectively, it is helpful to understand what is happening inside the body. An allergic reaction is essentially a case of “mistaken identity” by the immune system. When an allergen enters the body, the immune system produces Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. these antibodies travel to cells that release chemicals, most […]
by Nupur AgarwalBe sure to check your first aid kit annually and replenish any exhausted or outdated medicines and supplies. And don’t forget to always take a well-stocked first aid kit whenever you go camping.
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 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 Leonard TelfordThere are few conditions that a first aider will come across that are scarier than a classic grand mal seizure. While you can bandage a wound, place someone in the recovery position, or administer CPR, the sight of someone shaking on the ground is extremely daunting if you are not use to it. First, though, […]
by Laura_FrostAs a child care provider you should know what to look for in signs of a child being in a struggle. This could be anything from their breathing stopping to their choking on a small wrapper. As a babysitter or