First Aid
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How to Perfrom the Airway Obstruction Maneuver and CPR
The ABC's of First Aid are the basic steps in the complete first aid program. They teach you how to recognize and treat an Airway Obstruction, Breathing and circulation problems.
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The First Few Minutes
Introduction to scene safety, moving a patient, permission to treat, calling 911 and implied consent
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DEHYDRATION
A definition of dehydration, as well as first aid for, and prevention of, dehydration.
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TETANUS
Tetanus FAQ's.
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BEE STINGS
A description of how bees and wasps sting, as well as first aid for stings.
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THE FUGU PUFFER FISH
A look at the Fugu Puffer fish, a dangerous and sometimes deadly delicacy.
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SPIDERS! PART THREE: THE RECLUSE SPIDERS
A look at the Recluse spider genus, and its species here in the United States. Signs and symptoms of Recluse spider bites are also discussed.
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SPIDERS! PART TWO: THE WIDOW SPIDERS
A look at the Widow spider genus, and its species here in the United States. Signs and symptoms of Widow spider bites are also discussed.
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SPIDERS!
A look at how to avoid spiders, and what to do if you are bitten by a spider.
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ANAPHYLAXIS
Description of anaphylaxis, as well as causes of, first aid for, and prevention of, anaphylactic reactions.
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WATER SAFETY PART THREE: THE POOL
Tips for safety in and around swimming pools.
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HEAT-RELATED ILLNESS
A look at Heat-Related Illness: its causes, signs and symptoms, and first aid. Includes a definition of Heat Index.
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EXTRA! A great fish story!
A funny fish story to go along with "Water Safety Part Two: The Lake".
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WATER SAFETY PART TWO: THE LAKE
A look at lake safety, and common hazards associated with lakes.
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WATER SAFETY PART ONE: THE OCEAN
A look at safety tips when swimming in the ocean.
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SNAKE BITES
Signs, symptoms, and first aid for poisonous snakebites.
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THE CARDIAC ARREST SURVIVAL ACT: PART TWO
Part two of the Cardiac Arrest Survival Act, as well as this week's Good Samaritan Law from the state of Georgia.
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THE CARDIAC ARREST SURVIVAL ACT: PART ONE
The complete text of the Cardiac Arrest Survival Bill of 1999.
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DEFIBRILLATION and AED'S
A look at defibrillation and defibrillation devices.
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GOOD SAMARITAN LAWS
Information on Good Samaritan laws.
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FEBRILE CONVULSIONS IN CHILDREN
A description of, and first aid for, febrile convulsions in children.
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HEART ATTACK: PART FOUR
Treatment of heart attack.
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HEART ATTACK: PART THREE
Signs and symptoms of heart attack.
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HEART ATTACK: PART TWO
Risk factors for heart attack, and descriptions of angina and sudden cardiac death.
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HEART ATTACK: PART ONE
A brief explanation of heart attack.
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CONCUSSION
A look at concussion, a type of brain injury.
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LIGHTNING
A look at lightning: how it occurs, what happens when a person is struck by lightning, first aid for lightning victims, and some interesting facts.
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THE WELL-STOCKED FIRST AID KIT
Tips and ingredients for a well-stocked first aid kit.
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POISON: PART FOUR
First Aid for poisoning.
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POISON: PART THREE
Common plants with poisonous properties.
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POISON: PART TWO
A look at common household poisons.
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POISON: PART ONE
Part 1 of 4 on all aspects of poisoning. A complete list of poison control centers in all 50 states.
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WOUNDS
A look at types and causes of wounds, first aid for wounds, and some information on infection and tetanus.
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SHOCK
A description of the shock response, and first aid for shock.
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CHEST TRAUMA
A look at causes and types of chest trauma, as well as first aid for chest injuries.
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CARBON MONOXIDE
Causes, effects, and emergency procedures related to carbon monoxide poisoning.
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FACTS ABOUT STROKE
A look at the causes of, and first aid for, stroke.
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BROKEN BONES!
A look at types of bone fractures, the healing process of bones, and first aid for bone breaks.
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HEAD AND SPINE INJURIES
Causes, signs & symptoms, and first aid for head and spine injuries.
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FIRST RESPONDERS, EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS AND PARAMEDICS
A look at the differences between First Responders, Emergency Medical Technicians, and Paramedics.
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BURNS
A description of burns, and how to care for them.
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EMERGENCY ACTION STEPS
Steps to take during an emergency.
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HYPOTHERMIA
Causes, signs and symptoms, and First Aid for HYPOTHERMIA.
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YOUR EMERGENCY ROOM VISIT: WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
This guide outlines what information you need to have with you in the event of a visit to the Emergency Room.
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