When CPR Doesn’t Work By: Chistopher Rutt, Instructor Picture this An average person (not a medical professional) is shopping for groceries. Ahead of them, a man in his late forties collapses and falls unconscious. The person sees this and, acting quickly, runs to the…
It’s the end of August and we have done a little number crunching. This year has been a great one for CPR and First aid for us. We have been lucky enough to have so many great students. Along with that we have started…
Fall! It’s my favorite time of year! The days are shorter, the trees start to change all the brilliant colors, there is a hint of a chill in the air at the Friday night High School Football games! Children of all ages are heading…
Summer is here and with that comes fun in the sun. If you have a pool in your back yard or if you are going to be in a pool or lake or river, you need to be prepared in case something happens. Drowning–…
Emergency Response for the ADULT, CHILD and INFANT Can you save a life? In an emergency, when every second is critical, would you know what to do? According to recent statistics, sudden cardiac arrest is rapidly becoming the leading cause of death in America….
HEAT EMERGENCIES Heat related emergencies are progressive conditions caused by overexposure to heat. Most incidents can be reversed but if left untreated, can escalate to a life-threatening condition. Heat emergencies are placed into 3 progressive categories: Heat cramps are muscle spasms that result from…
I get asked quiet often how safe it is to use an AED. In reality it is very safe as long as you listen to the instructions. Below is a guide if you have never used an AED before. If you have any question…
The steps of CPR for infants Make sure the scene is safe. Tap the victim firmly and shout loudly. If no response or no normal response, yell for help. If help comes, send them to call 911 If no help comes pick the infant…
The Steps of Child CPR i. Make sure the scene is safe. ii. Tap the victim firmly and shout loudly. iii. If no response or no normal response, yell for help. a. If help comes, send them to call 911 b. If no help…
Steps of Adult CPR This is the basic steps of CPR for and Adult. Follow these steps to help save a life. i. Make sure the scene is safe. If it is not safe, leave the scene and call 911. ii. Tap the victim…
