First Aid Basics
Key Learning Objectives
Assessing and Responding to Emergencies: Recognizing emergency situations and assessing the scene for safety to decide on appropriate actions.
CPR and AED Usage: Basic life-saving techniques, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in cases of cardiac arrest.
Treating Minor Injuries: Handling common injuries like cuts, burns, sprains, and fractures.
Choking and Respiratory Distress: Techniques for assisting someone who is choking or experiencing difficulty breathing.
Controlling Bleeding: How to properly apply pressure, bandages, or tourniquets to control bleeding.
Recognizing and Responding to Shock: Understanding the symptoms of shock and the steps to take to support a person in shock.
Burn Care: Properly treating minor and major burns to prevent further injury.
Managing Medical Conditions: Recognizing and providing basic support for medical emergencies like heart attacks, strokes, seizures, and diabetic emergencies.
Training Goal
This training is intended to increase confidence and readiness to act in an emergency, potentially reducing injury severity or even saving lives.