CPR Face masks and how to use them
One common concern in first aid is the fear of infection or contact with bodily fluids like vomit or saliva when performing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. To protect yourself and increase your … Continue Reading →
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Restricted access CPR – Can you deliver CPR if they are hard to access?
There are times when you may not be able to deliver conventional compressions like if the person has fallen between seats in a stadium but this could also be anywhere … Continue Reading →
Why do we open the airway?
Opening the airway is an important part of any initial assessment to ensure that we keep the airway clear and free from obstructions. The technique is easy and very important. … Continue Reading →
AED Storage and how to keep them safe
AED units can be found in many locations and in different storage boxes. In earlier editions of the First Aid Show we looked at the lockable outside boxes and now … Continue Reading →
The Bag Valve Mask or BVM
The Bag Valve Mask or BVM is a common piece of equipment used by medical professionals but this is also a very easy thing for first aiders to use as … Continue Reading →
What is 2 Minutes of Chest Compressions Like?
In this episode of the First Aid Show we answer a question that we are often asked at ProTrainings on courses, what is it like to deliver 2 minutes of … Continue Reading →
Cardiac Arrest – what happens?
In this episode of the First Aid Show we look at what happens when someone goes into Cardiac Arrest and discuss with a lead resuscitation officer. CPR is easy to … Continue Reading →
Advanced Airway Management
In this episode of the First Aid Show we look at ways to improve the airway and the use of airway devices. Although we cover these in this episode, do … Continue Reading →
Grantham teenager saves boyfriend’s life on first date
Zach Selby collapsed during a camping trip in Lincolnshire and his girlfriend Chloe Tones, 16, gave him CPR for 40 minutes before an ambulance arrived. Mr Selby, from Grantham, said … Continue Reading →
Meet the Manikins at the Simulation Suite
In the last episode we looked at the simulation unit and in this episode we look in more detail on the sorts of things that advanced manikins can offer. At … Continue Reading →