First Aid/CPR/AED
Instruction in Adult, Child and Infant First Aid, CPR and AED.
This in depth instruction is designed to supply the trainee with the knowledge base and hands-on skills required to save and sustain a life. Our American Red Cross Certified Trainer will instruct on the basic skill needs to assess and respond to an emergency situation that may be life threatening. This includes instruction in:
- Scene Assessment
- Response Tactics
- Legalities
- Provider Protection
- Recipient Protection
- Basic First Aid
- Basic CPR (Adult, Child & Infant)
- Choking Hazards
- and much, much more...
Initial care is usually given in the form of First Aid. Aid needed may be minor to severe, depending on the medical emergency; some may require further assistance from trained medical professionals. Techniques such as application of ointments, bandages, etc. are used to preserve the recipient(s) current condition, prevent further harm to the injured area(s) and promote the recovery of the injured area(s).
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life sustaining medical procedure for a person experiencing cardiac and/or respiratory arrest. CPR is an artifical process of respiration and circulation of the blood involving hand to heart compressions and short, controlled breaths to ventilate the lungs. Application of artifical respiration is not always necessary; it is important to assess each emergency situation accordingly and effectively in order to provide the best emergency response care possible. The main purpose of this procedure is to maintain the flow of oxygen-rich blood to both the heart and brain, preserving the tissue and sustaining the recipients quality of life. A variety of techniques and forms are used in regulation with the recipients age, size and medical history to ensure the proper form of care is given.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable device used to treat persons experiencing cardiac arrhythmias. The AED device provides electrical therapy and defibrillation to assist in the restoration of the heart to an effective rhythm. AED should not be used in asystole situations. Continuing care should always be provided from a medical professional after an emergency involving the use of an AED device.
