Lifesavers – CPR and First aid for Every Situation
Imagine the scene: Everyone is enjoying themselves at a barbecue when suddenly Uncle Joe clings to his chest and collapses. Panic begins to set in. What do you? child care cpr and first aid course can turn you from a victim to a hero.
Let’s go straight to the point. CPR, or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), is like a new superpower. You can give someone a chance at life when their body stops working. This isn’t rocket science. Anyone can pick it up.
Start with basics. Check to see if the individual is responsive. If you cannot reach the person, call 911. If not, call 911 immediately. It’s a great song for chest compressions.
Let’s talk now about mouth-tomouth. The practice is no longer mandatory, but it can still be vital in certain circumstances. Pince their nose shut and cover their mouth. Take two breaths every 30 compressions.
When it comes to first aid, you can’t just apply a Band-Aid. Imagine yourself hiking with a group of friends. One of your companions trips over a large rock and cuts their leg. Blood everywhere! Take your first aid kit and remain calm.
If you don’t have soap, use water to clean the wound. You can also apply pressure using a clean cloth. Elevate a limb that has been injured, if it is possible. Gravity can help slow the blood flow.
The rhyme to remember for burns is “Cool quickly.” After ten minutes, spray cool (not frozen) water onto the burn. Ice can be damaging.
Ever had someone choke at dinner? The horror! It’s possible to save lives by using the Heimlich technique. Stand behind the person and wrap your arms about their waist. Make a fist at their navel. Push upward and inward so that they can cough up any stuck material.
Even kids can get into accidents! Kids can suffer from a number of injuries, including beesstings and grazed knees. To
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