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83Protecting Children Athletes From Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Youth Sports: Cause of Blunt Force Impact and Commotio Cordis
A blunt force to the chest by a ball, helmet or elbow during a sporting event can cause sudden cardiac arrest and is fatal in most cases. Children are especially vulnerable. Check out the facts and what action to take to prevent and avoid.
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75Automated External Defibrillator FAQ
1. What is sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)?Sudden cardiac arrest is caused by an abnormal heart rhythm known as ventricular fibrillation which causes blood not to circulate to the heart and brain which stops...
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78No CPR Certification Required to Save a Life
There is no CPR certification required for the American Red cross recommendations no longer require giving breaths but regular chest compressions with proper hand placement is a must. This article explains the procedure and describes in detail what you should do if someone should have a cardiac arrest in front of you.
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81BLS CPR Training Guide
CPR stands for Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation. This involves the giving if life giving breaths and a series of external chest compression to person who has no breathing and no pulse. Often, CPR is associated with medical emergencies such as heart...
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85The Benefits of Keeping a First-Aid Box
Be ready for anything - be prepared with a first aid kit that will get you through the paper cuts and more.
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75Automated External Defibrillators - learn everything you need to know
The AED or automatic external defibrillator is used by a rescuer to deliver a shock to a sudden cardiac arrest victim’s heart to sustain victims until emergency personnel arrive. Employees can be AED/CPR...
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57CPR Training and Classes
CPR or cardio-pulmonary resuscitation is a life-saving skill that everyone should learn. When an emergency strikes, it is critical that there is someone who knows what to do because time is of the essence...
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65CPR is a Life Saving Skill
Don't overlook the importance of being trained in CPR, and don't ever assume that in an emergency situation, "someone else" will know what they're doing. Step up, get certified and you may just end up saving a life!
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66American Heart Association CPR
The American Heart Association is a voluntary national non profit organization committed to reducing the numbers of people dying or suffering a disability due to heart disease and/or stroke. It was founded by six cardiologists in 1924. While it has...
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72CPR Procedure - Why Learn Mouth to Mouth Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Learning CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation isn't just for health care professionals. But everyone from young children up to older adults, should learn the basics of CPR. You never know when knowing CPR might save someone's life in an emergency.
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