{"id":11587,"date":"2023-09-22T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/?p=11587"},"modified":"2024-01-21T22:45:40","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T03:45:40","slug":"what-is-first-aid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/what-is-first-aid\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is First Aid &amp; Why Is It so Important to Know?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What is first aid? Is it the act of stepping in to perform CPR, or does it include bandages and antiseptic? First aid misconceptions and oversimplifications are all too often the perceptions that first aid receives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing first aid and the skills needed to assist in an emergency is crucial to you, your staff, and the lives of your patients because the need for and application of first aid can vary greatly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for the answer to, \u201cWhat is first aid?\u201d as well as to learn the types of first aid that exist and why first aid is so important to know.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is First Aid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of the definitive organizations on safety and health, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/medical-first-aid\/recognition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Department of Labor\u2019s Occupational Safety and Health Administration<\/a> (OSHA) refers to first aid as immediate medical attention that is performed on site after an injury.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an accepted OSHA first aid certification training program, ProTrainings knows the importance of not underestimating the value of knowing first aid skills in day-to-day life. But knowing the answer to, \u201cWhat is first aid?\u201d is an important first step in assuring you find a program that covers crucial topics you\u2019ll need to know for your preparedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/What-is-First-Aid-Why-is-it-so-Important-to-Know.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[11587]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/What-is-First-Aid-Why-is-it-so-Important-to-Know.jpg\" alt=\"ProTrainings What Is First Aid &amp; Why Is It so Important to Know?\" class=\"wp-image-11589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/What-is-First-Aid-Why-is-it-so-Important-to-Know.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/What-is-First-Aid-Why-is-it-so-Important-to-Know-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/What-is-First-Aid-Why-is-it-so-Important-to-Know-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.protrainings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/What-is-First-Aid-Why-is-it-so-Important-to-Know-100x67.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We believe that all first aid training should include information on the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medical emergencies&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Universal precautions&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choking&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bleeding control&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Injuries&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sudden illnesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat and cold emergencies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevention&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve answered, \u201cWhat is first aid?\u201d and addressed the most important topics a first aid training program should cover, let\u2019s explore why it&#8217;s is so important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of First Aid Skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what is first aid, exactly, in the context of an emergency, and why is having first aid skills so important? Having first aid skills means having the ability to apply and identify the most valuable skill set in a variety of situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During medical emergencies, including heart attacks, strokes, and other emergencies like overdoses, for example, knowing the proper steps to implement when seconds count can be the keystone to increasing survival rates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choking is another \u2014 often-overlooked \u2014 risk in any environment because let&#8217;s be real, we eat everywhere: at home, in the workplace, and even on the go! Being aware of how to assist someone who\u2019s choking is crucial \u2014 especially if you work with children or infants.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleeding control skills and knowing how to identify and treat the different types of bleeds can help save a life when it matters most. Further, knowing how to treat more serious injuries such as head, neck, or back injuries can ensure immediate essential care is provided to prevent further damage from being done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, knowing how to manage the quick onset of sudden illnesses, such as seizures or fainting, or how to approach someone known to have a medical condition can help make that emergency feel much more manageable until first responders can help take over care.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proactive Preparedness Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether preparing for an emergency or simply keeping up with required certifications, being able to answer, \u201cWhat is first aid?\u201d is just the first step. 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