First Aid

Susan Staples

Focus on recognizing and treating the sick or injured and all aspects of injury and illness prevention under the guidelines of The American Heart Association, American Red Cross and Occupational Safety and Health Administration.


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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.

The First Few Minutes

Introduction to scene safety, moving a patient, permission to treat, calling 911 and implied consent

DEHYDRATION

A definition of dehydration, as well as first aid for, and prevention of, dehydration.

TETANUS

Tetanus FAQ's.

BEE STINGS

A description of how bees and wasps sting, as well as first aid for stings.

THE FUGU PUFFER FISH

A look at the Fugu Puffer fish, a dangerous and sometimes deadly delicacy.

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.

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.

SPIDERS!

A look at how to avoid spiders, and what to do if you are bitten by a spider.

ANAPHYLAXIS

Description of anaphylaxis, as well as causes of, first aid for, and prevention of, anaphylactic reactions.

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