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Dry drowning happens when a person experiences respiratory impairment and the effects of that event. As the person attempts to gasp for life-saving breaths to stave off drowning, the risks for long-term injury rise with every minute. Being able to recognize the signs of dry drowning can help save a life when it matters most. Read on to learn how to spot the signs of dry drowning and what to do to prevent it from happening.
Knowing how to perform CPR and actually performing CPR are very different but equally important. That’s why we recommend a blend of online learning and hands-on practice for effective CPR training. And if your CPR training includes a hands-on component, you’ll need a CPR dummy or manikin for students to practice on. Here’s what you need to know about CPR manikins and how to choose the right CPR dummy or manikin for your CPR training.
If you hold a BLS certificate, you will want to keep up to date with the latest guidelines. Updates are issued by the American Heart Association, and anyone who holds a BLS card or provides BLS training should abide by these BLS guideline updates.
I believe that anyone can learn to perform CPR and save lives in an emergency. But how we train people in these essential skills matters, and traditional classroom methods simply aren’t as effective as CPR training needs to be. So here is the story of how ProTrainings came to be and why we are committed to creating a better way to learn lifesaving skills.
A person who is drowning is in extreme danger and must be rescued immediately. However, the signs of drowning aren’t as obvious as you might think, and all too often people who attempt to rescue a drowning victim end up becoming victims themselves in the process. Read on to learn how to recognize the signs that someone is drowning and how to rescue a drowning victim without endangering yourself or others.
Despite what you may have been led to believe by TV shows like ER and Grey’s Anatomy, CPR success rates have never been high. Among the many reasons for low success rates are the facts that heart attacks are deadly and that, sadly, most people who experience cardiac arrests outside of the hospital receive little help from bystanders. Read on to compare today’s CPR success rates with those of the past and learn how CPR has evolved over time.
We can’t emphasize enough that emergencies can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. But here’s the good news: The more you prepare now, the better chances you and the people around you have of surviving whatever crises may come your way. Learning how to make a first aid kit is a way to start preparing for emergencies ahead of time. Read on to learn more about the importance of first aid, how to make a first aid kid, and how to customize it according to your specific needs.
Compression depth may be the hardest part to master for beginners because they are afraid of hurting the victim. However, if your compressions aren’t deep enough, you may not be applying enough force to assist circulation.
CPR compression depth depends on the size and age of the person, so to help you get an idea of how to perform chest compressions properly, let’s go over the proper compression technique for each age group.
If a person around you suddenly said they felt pain and collapsed, would you know the difference between heart attack and a stroke to step in and help? While stroke and heart attack are two very different medical conditions, they share a few similar signs and symptoms — and knowing how to distinguish them can save someone’s life. Read on to learn the difference between heart attack and a stroke, early warning signs, and how to provide effective first aid.
An irregular heart rhythm can cause serious health problems. In the case of cardiac arrest, a shock from an automated external defibrillator (AED) can kickstart the heart until further medical assistance arrives. But only shockable heart rhythms respond to electric shock — and not all heart rhythms are shockable. Read on to learn the difference between shockable versus non-shockable heart rhythms and what CPR givers can do when confronted with these types of cardiac arrests.
Traditionally, written CPR tests were given in an in-person setting. While some certification programs still do this, it is now easier, less stressful, and more efficient to take your CPR test online.
If this makes you nervous, don’t worry! The test is just to make sure that you know what to do in an emergency situation. If you master some simple learning techniques, the CPR test will be easy.
If a person suddenly collapses in public and is laying crumpled on the ground, are they unresponsive or are they simply unconscious? What is the difference between the two and what is the appropriate first aid?
Read on to find out what it means when a person is unresponsive and what first aid should be applied to save a life.