Hands Only CPR
You’re afraid to give mouth to mouth CPR. It’s ok, I would be too. With all of the talk of bloodborne pathogens now, do you want to take a chance? It is up to you. You have a decision to make and your actions could save the stranger’s life. At the same time however, you could be risking your own.
CPR Fears?
Does the thought of performing CPR scare you? This week’s post addresses this issue!
Real Life CPR
Many people wonder what giving CPR in real life would be like. How is it different from training? What are the complications that might arise when giving CPR or First Aid in the field. This blog post describes differences between CPR and First Aid between real life and in training.
CPR – Costa Rican Style
Last month, SureFire CPR traveled to Costa Rica and trained the locals! Armed with homemade dummies complete with coconut heads, the SureFire CPR team trained the teaching staff at Intercultura Language and Cultural Center. Intercultura’s campus is beachfront in the beautiful town of Samara located on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. In Costa Rica it […]
If I Perform CPR, Will I Catch A Disease? (Part 2)
In part one of, “If I perform CPR, will I catch a disease?” we talked about the chances of catching a disease from CPR. Now, we will focus on how to decrease your chances even further! Previously we talked about gloves and safety glasses. Now we focus on: CPR Barrier Devices We are going […]
If I Perform CPR, Will I Catch A Disease? (Part 1)
It’s ok, I’ve thought about it too… If I do CPR will I catch something? Don’t feel bad for thinking that. It’s completely normal. There is a lot of bad stuff out there and the last thing that I want to do is catch a disease that is going to kill me for trying to […]
A First Aid Video You Must Show Your Kids!
What an inspiration! Would your kids react in the same way? Talk with them about the importance of CPR and First Aid, and let them know how to call 911. Have you talked to your kids? Share your story below!
CPR Without Safety Glasses? Risky!
Should you wear safety glasses when you perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)? Absolutely! With safety glasses at your disposal, you’ll be able to reduce the risk of bloodborne pathogens or other harmful particles or liquids from getting into your eyes. Plus, safety glasses are portable and easy to use, making them exceedingly valuable for emergency responders […]
During CPR, Think like a Fireman!
A sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) emergency can occur at any time. And regardless of your cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or first aid experience, you can provide valuable assistance to an SCA victim, especially if you think like a firefighter. What does it take to step into a firefighter’s shoes during an SCA emergency? Here are three […]
Orange County CPR Certification – The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Are you looking for an CPR Certification Orange County? Is your CPR or BLS Certification about to expire? If so, learn more about CPR Certification in Orange County with SureFire CPR.
CPR Certification – Which CPR class do I need?
CPR Certification. It’s time to take a CPR and First Aid class so you start to search the web. Tons of choices come up: CPR, BLS, AED, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, etc. Which one do you need?
Calling 911 Might Not Be As Easy As You Think
Is now the right time to call 911? It usually is better to err on the side of caution, particularly when it comes to emergencies. Thus, if you’re uncertain about whether to call 911, it is important to consider if the current situation requires an immediate response by firefighters, paramedics or police. And if the […]