If you need to take a CPR or first aid class in order to become certified either for your job or for your own personal preparedness, you might want to consider an online CPR first aid certification. Online training, whether it is for first aid, CPR, BLS, or bloodborne pathogens, is a convenient way to […]
A medic rubs two rectangular pads together, creating a static charge as he kneels next to a patient. Even over the sound of wailing sirens, you can hear him yell, “Clear!” as he pounds the automatic defibrillator pads to the patient’s chest. The patient gasps—he’s alive!—and the credits roll… As you know, what you see […]
Choking is a common emergency that can happen to anyone, and it can have fatal consequences if not handled properly. Adults often choke on food, while young children and even infants have a high risk of choking on small objects. Although the feeling of choking is a scary ordeal, the good news is that first […]
