Resource: First Aid & CPR
First Aid & CPR
Cardiopulmonary disease is still the number one cause of death in Ireland. Knowing how to respond in the event of a heart attack, cardiac arrest or stroke are just some of the topics we cover in our first aid/CPR programs. HealthCo is an Irish Heart Foundation & Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council approved training site.
When to start CPR/Calling 999 or 112
Recognition of a cardiac arrest is the first link in the chain of survival. Making a 999 call can be daunting. However the dispatcher will guide you on exactly what to do.
Performing CPR or Chest Compressions
High quality chest compressions are crucial to improve the outcomes of a resuscitation attempt. Remember push hard and push fast!
Using an AED
AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator. These devices are much more readily avilable and are simple to use. Just turn it on and do as it says.
Heart Attack
A heart attack is a life threatening event that happens when the coronary arteries that supply blood to your heart muscle suddenly become blocked.
Stroke
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel, which is carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain, bursts or is blocked by a clot.
Patient Assessment
Learn how to make an initial assessment of your patient including the primary and secondary survey
Injury Management & Shock
Trauma can result in bleeding, broken bones and/or internal tissue damage. Have a look at what first aiders can do to help.
Burns and Electrical Injury Care
Burns pose short and long term risks to the casualty. Here we look at a variety of burns assessment tools to aid the evaluation and treatment
Common Medical Emergencies
Respond to a range of medical emergencies in which your colleagues or customers may require assistance in your workplace
Hyperthermia & Hypothermia
Trauma can result in bleeding, broken bones and/or internal tissue damage. Have a look at what first aiders can do to help.
Care for an Unconscious Patient
Burns pose short and long term risks to the casualty. Here we look at a variety of burns assessment tools to aid the evaluation and treatment
Incident Procedure
Learn standard care principles, making a 999/112 call and important elements of personal safety
Information Management
Handover of medical information between the first aider and healthcare practitioners aids successful treatment.
Wellbeing of the First Aider
Providing first aid can sometimes be a traumatic experience. Here we look at ways in which we can support the first aid responder.