Κατηγορία: Emergency Care

Thanksgiving Safety: Prevent Home Cooking Fires

Emergency Care According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are more than three times as many home cooking fires on Thanksgiving. In fact, it’s the peak day for home cooking fires for the entire year, with Christmas Day and Christmas Eve following close behind. As part of your Thanksgiving food safety precautions, make sure you’re also

Holiday Safety Tips for Your Home and Travel

Emergency Care As we move into the winter months, many will be traveling to see loved ones or hosting friends and family during the holiday season. While this time of year is full of celebrations, popular holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas can present potential danger for those on the roads and at home. Fortunately, there

Top Poison Prevention Tips for Families

Emergency Care Poison centers across the United States respond to more than 2 million poison exposures each year. The vast majority (roughly 93%) of these exposures occur in a residence, meaning your home could pose hidden dangers. We encourage you to use National Poison Prevention Week as a yearly reminder to inspect your home for potential poisons.

Active Violence Awareness: Enjoy Community Celebrations While Staying Alert

Emergency Care | Active Shooter Although it can be difficult to acknowledge, active violence events can happen anywhere at any time. Unfortunately, this includes during community celebrations, such as parades, festivals and other public events. But that doesn’t mean you have to live your life in fear and avoid large gatherings. Instead, by recognizing that

What is the Pediatric Chain of Survival?

Emergency Care he pediatric chain of survival outlines a series of steps and interventions designed to maximize the chances of saving a child’s life. Understanding the pediatric chain of survival empowers parents, caregivers, bystanders and medical professionals to respond quickly and confidently — ensuring the best possible outcomes for children in cardiac arrest emergencies. Cardiac

Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What’s the Difference?

Emergency Care Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that CPR students have: What’s the difference between sudden cardiac arrest and a heart attack? The general public often uses these terms interchangeably, but they are two separate medical emergencies. An easy way to

Are Rescue Breaths Necessary During CPR?

Emergency Care During a cardiac arrest emergency, immediate high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) improves the chance of survival by providing oxygen-rich blood to the heart and brain. But what does high-quality CPR entail? Are chest compressions enough? Are rescue breaths necessary during CPR? These are the questions that are frequently asked and addressed in CPR classes

Teach Your Child to Call 112

Emergency Care Children can learn to call 911 from a young age, potentially saving a life by getting help where it’s needed quicker. But children, especially little kids, need to be actively taught how to call for help and then retaught periodically for better retention. Here are some best practices for how to teach your

The Beginner’s Guide to CPR and AED

Emergency Care Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no warning. This means bystanders, such as family members, coworkers and anyone nearby during a medical emergency, need to be prepared to respond and provide lifesaving care. The combination of high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

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