Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) refers to the life-saving technique in which a person performs mouth ventilations and chest compressions on a cardiac arrest victim. Even if you aren’t officially certified, chances …
The defibrillator is a life-saving device that administers an electric shock to the heart of a cardiac arrest victim in an effort to restore its natural rhythm. The Red Cross …
It’s so hard to think about going back to school when we’re lounging by the pool and the days are still long. The summer moves too fast! But the time …
Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in a real life scenario is already a nerve-wracking experience, but the stress is amplified when the victim in cardiac arrest is pregnant. So, is it …
CPR is something that other people need to learn: healthcare professionals, EMTs and firefighters. Right? Wrong. The facts just don’t bear it out. For example, did you know that 88% …
In most situations, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is performed using a combination of chest compressions and mouth ventilations. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends a universal compression-to-ventilation ratio of 30:2, meaning …
When performed correctly, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) can save lives by extending the window of opportunity for victims of cardiac arrest and other related heart conditions. The American Heart Association (AHA) reports …
If you think only adults can learn CPR and First Aid, think again. Anyone can learn these lifesaving skills and everyone should. If your child is faced with a cardiac …
THINK YOU ARE HAVING A STROKE? CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY! F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of stroke. When you can spot the signs, you’ll know that you need to call …
Before you know it, the 2014-2015 school year will be here and so will the effective date for the implementation of “Janet’s Law”. “Janet’s Law”, P.L. 2012, Chapter 51 …