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cpr/first aid/aed

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Abrasion

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an area damaged by scraping or wearing away.

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Automated external defibrillator (AED)

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An AED, or automated external defibrillator, is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It's a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, medical device that can analyze the heart's rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm.

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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

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Carbon monoxide poisoning - Symptoms and causesMayo Clinichttps://www.mayoclinic.org › syc-20370642Apr 6, 2023 — Symptoms · Headache. · Weakness. · Dizziness. · Nausea or vomiting. · Shortness of breath. · Confusion. · Blurred vision. · Drowsiness. Loss of ...

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Cardiac Arrest

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Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops pumping. If this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. Cardiac arrests are caused by certain types of arrhythmias that prevent the heart from pumping blood. Cardiac arrest is a medical emergency.May 19, 2022

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Cardiac Chain of Survival

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The AHA developed the concept to highlight the importance of timely, coordinated care for people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. The chain of survival consists of four key steps: early recognition and activation of the emergency response system, early CPR, rapid defibrillation, and advanced life support.

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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

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ardiopulmonary resuscitation is an emergency procedure consisting of chest compressions often combined with artificial ventilation, or mouth to mouth in an effort to manually preserve intact brain ...

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Chest Compressions

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pushing on someones chest

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Consent

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permission for something to happen or agreement to do something

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Defibrillation

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the stopping of fibrillation of the heart by administering a controlled electric shock in order to allow restoration of the normal rhythm.

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Diabetic Emergency

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If someone has a diabetic emergency, their blood sugar levels can become too low. This can make them collapse.

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First Aid

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When you understand first aid, you'll gain the ability to help those in need.

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Good Samaritan Laws

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No person shall be liable in civil damages for administering emergency care or treatment at the scene of an emergency outside of a hospital, doctor's office, or other place having proper medical equipment, for acts performed at the scene of such emergency, unless such acts constitute willful or wanton misconduct.

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Heimlich Maneuver

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The Heimlich maneuver is performed by wrapping your arms around a person, making a fist with one hand and clasping it with the other. You place your fists between the person's ribcage and belly button and thrust your hands into their abdomen until the object is freed.

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Laceration

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a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh

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Puncture

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make a puncture in (something)

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Rescue Breaths

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Pinch the person's nose. Seal your mouth over their mouth and blow steadily and firmly into their mouth for about 1 second. Check that their chest rises. Give 2 rescue breaths.

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Respiratory Arrest

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Respiratory arrest is simply the absence of breathing. It can result from respiratory distress, respiratory failure, or other events including acute head injury or drowning.

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Signals of a Heart Attack

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  • Chest pain or discomfort. ...
  • Feeling weak, light-headed, or faint. ...
  • Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back.
  • Pain or discomfort in one or both arms or shoulders.
  • Shortness of breath.

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Seizure

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A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled burst of electrical activity in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings and levels of consciousness. Having two or more seizures at least 24 hours apart that don't have a known cause is considered to be epilepsy.Sep 2, 2023

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Shock

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Shock is a critical condition brought on by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body. Shock may result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss or an allergic reaction. It also may result from severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or other causes.

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Tourniquets

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somthing to stop blood flow.