Sports Injuries for Children: CPR and First Aid Training for Parents
The score bantered back and forth until about midway through the third quarter when the players began to fatigue. Slowly, the gap formed, and our team fell behind by 10 points. I knew the game was essentially over, and my interest shifted to the players, the staggering difference in their heights and sizes (even though […]
Dental CPR Certification – How to Choose the Right CPR Class For Your Dentist Office
So it’s that time again. The dentist has just told you that it’s time to renew your CPR certification and that the entire office is way overdue. You need to take a CPR class yesterday. “Handle it,” he tells you. “Oh great,” you think to yourself. “That’s just what I wanted to do.” So you […]
SureFire CPR Awards Medical Scholarship to Chapman University Student
SureFire CPR is proud to announce that Stephanie Swan, a master’s student at Chapman University, is the recipient of this year’s SureFire CPR Scholarship. With the recognition, Stephanie receives a $1,000 prize to use toward the cost of pursuing her Masters of Science degree in athletic training. Stephanie learned how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) […]
The Lifeguard
Becoming a lifeguard at a beach or pool carries with it a lot of responsibility. It is exciting and rewarding to be part of a team whose job it is to allow folks to enjoy their summer time in the water, safely. What does it take to become a lifeguard? Read on at our blog!
What to Do If a Rib Breaks During CPR
Did you know that CPR compressions can be strong enough to break a rib? Most people are aware that CPR requires strong compressions to the chest delivered at a certain rate. However, many are unaware of just how forceful and deep these compressions might need to be in order for CPR to succeed and blood […]
Top Jobs in Long Beach That Require CPR Certification
Many professionals in Long Beach, CA are required to know CPR in order to be considered for employment, mainly because thousands of health-related emergencies happen every year in the U.S. If you are passionate about helping others in your community and joining the healthcare field, whether in direct-patient care or not, check out these Long […]
Be Prepared Before Emergency Strikes with CPR and ACLS Classes
How do you best handle emergencies? Be prepared! What’s the best way to be prepared? Take a CPR class or ACLS class with us at SureFire CPR!
CPR Knowledge Saves a Life
How often do CPR saves occur? Read this week’s blog to find out!
Provide the Best Care with PALS and PEARS Training
PALS and PEARS Training is vital! Come learn it from us at SureFire CPR.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support: The Vital, Final Link in the “Chain of Survival”
ACLS is the final link in the Cardiac Chain of Survival. Read more about it in our blog!
Why Children Should Learn the Basics of Life Support
Why should kids learn the basics of life support? CPR and First Aid are skills that everyone should know. Find out why in this week’s blog post!
Revised CPR Technique Hopes to Boost the Frequency of Bystander CPR
Every five years, the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation and American Heart Association revisit research and data and in turn, issue changes to the CPR administration. In October 2010, a significant change was made: a shift away from the ABC technique (airway, breathing, and circulation) and towards a CAB approach (chest compressions, airway, and breathing.)
Training Children in Compression-Only CPR
Very often, we look at the need for onsite CPR training through the lens of adults. Onsite classes are a must for businesses, schools, and any sort of organization for a host of obvious reasons. Yet for equally obvious reasons, it’s also critical to teach children the basics of CPR. Check out how in our blog post!
Coronary Artery Disease Set By Age 55?
How is Coronary Artery Disease set and how does it relate to CPR? Read our CPR blog post to find out!
What To Do If Someone Is Choking
Would you know what to do if someone you were sharing a Valentine’s Day meal with began to choke? There may only be minutes for you to respond and potentially save a life!