Category Archives: BLS Training

Understanding AHA Hands-Only CPR (Infographic)

BLS Training, CPR Certification

Did you know around 90% of ‘out-of-hospital’ Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) incidents are fatal? The absence of immediate first-aid is one of the major reasons that cause the death of SCA victims. Due to lack of CPR knowledge, many people fail to provide immediate medical help to the patient.

Approved from American Heart Association providing hands-only CPR is an effective way to save the life of a person who has suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. In hands-only CPR, chest compressions are performed on the patient without mouth-to-mouth breathing. Studies have shown that hand-only CPR can be as effective as conventional CPR. Providing hands-only CPR immediately to the patient can save his life. Apart from giving chest compressions, it is important to call emergency medical care so the medical help arrives on time. Take a look at the below infographic for more information on AHA hands-free CPR and how it can save the life of a patient.

 

Understanding AHA Hands-Only CPR

First aid tips for Summer Survival

BLS Training, First Aid Training

Summer is a great time to have fun outdoors. Unfortunately, the warm weather of summertime brings health and safety risks including sunburn, bug bites heat stroke and other heal-related illnesses. But with a little bit of know-how and first aid tips, warm weather injuries can be treated before they get serious.

•    Sunburn: Immediately remove the person from the sun and place him/her in a cool (not cold) shower. Don’t apply lotions or creams containing numbing medication as it may trap heat inside the skin. Make sure all sunburned areas are fully covered to prevent further sun exposure.

•    Heat stroke: Heat stroke is a medical emergency, and it generally occurs in outdoor workers. Dial 911 (local emergency number) and seek emergency care immediately. Get the person out of the sun or into the shade. Apply ice packs or cold wet cloths to the armpits, neck, and groin. While waiting for medical help to arrive, keep checking their temperature, breathing, and level of response.

•    Insect bites: Remove the insect stringer gently from the skin and wash the area with soap and water. Apply gel, cream or lotion to the injured area. If the person has mild pain, give him/her over-the-counter medicines. Call local emergency number if the person faces difficulty in breathing, dizziness, etc. after insect bite.

First aid tips for summer survival
First aid tips for summer survival

Summer season also brings the risk of dehydration and drowning. Adults and kids both are recommended to take sufficient fluids and electrolytes during summertime. Drowning mishaps can be prevented by wearing life jackets while swimming and personal floatation device while boating. One can also attend CPR or BLS training classes to learn more about summer first aid tips.

AHA BLS Training for Healthcare providers

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This Infographic focuses on the key features of American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Training offered to Healthcare Providers. It also highlights the life threatening emergencies that should be recognized by healthcare professionals.

The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course designed by AHA provides healthcare professionals the ability to provide CPR, use an AED, and recognize several life-threatening emergencies in a timely manner. A combination of video and hands-on training improves the learning experience and enhances the performance of medical professionals. The BLS for Healthcare Provider Course teaches the lifesaving skills, AHA Chain of Survival and different rescue and bag-mask techniques for adults, infants and children. The course is also designed for healthcare providers, who wish to update their knowledge on CPR, AED, rescue breathing and advanced airway CPR. BLS course contains updated science-based content. Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive a BLS certificate.

 

BLS training for healthcare professionals – Video

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Basic Life Support training is of paramount importance for healthcare professionals. It can help physicians, nurses, dentists, paramedics and other health professionals provide first-aid to choking, drowning, cardiac arrest or other life-threatening emergencies. BLS training equips medical professionals with the necessary skills required to save the life of an individual in case of an emergency. It is mandatory for those in the medical professional to constantly update their skills and knowledge.

Knowing the right way to provide BLS can mean the difference between life and death. Hands on training can familiarize medical professionals with emergency equipment and also prepare them for real emergencies. This video throws light on the importance of BLS training for healthcare professionals and how it can prove to be helpful in case of emergency.


Which CPR class should I attend?

BLS Training, CPR Certification, Pediatric CPR

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique that is performed with alternating chest compressions with mouth-to-mouth breathing. It is one of the most basic types of medical training provided to people. It can be very useful when it comes to providing immediate medical help to a person who’s suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. By reviving the heartbeat and breathing, CPR can provide the much-needed oxygen to the brain. This can save the life of a person.

There are two different levels of CPR training – CPR for medical professionals and CPR for non-medical professionals. CPR training provided to non-medical professionals and paramedics is different. Below are the three main categories under which CPR training class fall –

Adult CPR classes
These are the most basic type of CPR classes that are ideal for non-medical professionals. For adult CPR classes, you don’t need any medical know-how. They are of short duration and are usually completed in less than an hour. In adult CPR classes, people can learn how to perform CPR on adults and children above 8 years of age.

Infant CPR classes
Infant CPR classes are ideal for people who spend too much time among children. These include teachers, babysitters and other non-medical professionals. Knowing how to perform CPR on children can prove to be very useful when it comes to facing any eventuality. This training enables coaches to provide immediate medical help to infants and children below the age of 8 years.

CPR classes for medical professionals
These are advanced CPR classes for medical professionals. Be it nursing students or dental assistants, it is essential for every professional in a doctor’s office to possess an advanced CPR certification. These classes cover AED, ventilation devices and two-person CPR techniques.  These classes are also called Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers. Most hospitals and clinics have AED and it’s important for workers to know how it is used.

CPR training classes are for everyone. However, some people require CPR training more than others. Flight attendants, fitness instructors, social workers, construction workers, pool and beach lifeguards, jail personnel, teachers and child care providers should learn how to perform CPR technique. Knowing how to perform CPR can help you save the life of an individual!

Importance of Basic Life Support

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Basic Life Support (BLS) is the primary medical aid provided to a person in an emergency medical situation. This procedure can prove to be very helpful when it comes to saving the life of an individual. It is important to understand that the objective of BLS is not to ‘treat’ the person but to buy some valuable time until the emergency medical aid arrives.

BLS procedure is mainly used on people experiencing cardiac arrest or respiratory failure. With this procedure, the breathing and heartbeat of the person can be resuscitated. However, it is important to provide professional medical care to the patient.

While BLS procedure can be very useful, it is important to provide it the right way! For this reason, great emphasis is placed on BLS training provided by professional institutes. BLS certification can equip medical as well as non-medical professionals with the required skills and knowledge. This video throws more light on the importance of BLS training.