What Is Corporate CPR Training and Why Is It So Important?
Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in adults over the age of 40. The antidote to that startling statistic is this: sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is reversible in most victims if they get the right type of medical attention within the first few minutes. That’s where corporate CPR
Here Are the Best CPR Resources for Teachers
Today’s teachers and administrators are well-rounded professionals, as their layers of certifications attest. In addition to the standard teaching credentials required for your target student population and/or subject matter, there are all the supplementary certifications you’re expected to hold – one of the most important of which is CPR. We
The History of Resuscitation Annie
If you’ve ever taken a CPR class, chances are you’ve come face-to-face with her. But did you know that not only does she have a name…she also has a pretty fascinating history? Yes, we’re talking about Resuscitation Annie. The familiar faced manikin has helped teach CPR to thousands of participants since she was first
7 Things People Think They Know About CPR that Aren’t True
Movies, television, and outrageous false articles on social media have helped create a few very inaccurate perceptions about both CPR and survival rates. In this article, we’ll highlight a few of the common myths associated with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and try to dispel some of the confusion surrounding this sensitive topic.
Cost of CPR Certification
The basic training courses offered at the Response Institute include: BLS, ACLS, CPR, First Aid, PALS, AED, and various instructor classes. We also offer some variations of those classes, renewal courses, and skills evaluations training. The price of each class depends largely on the amount training required to complete the
Who Needs BLS Certification?
What is BLS? BLS, or Basic Life Support, is an emergency medical treatment used when a victim’s heart has stopped beating. Many people use the terms BLS and CPR interchangeably. While CPR is a critical component of BLS, a BLS certification is typically associated with the healthcare field and
Problems with CPR
Over the last two hundred years, modern medicine has made fantastic advances in cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques, but several issues persist that are worth discussing. The most jarring problem with CPR is simply that far too few people know how to administer it and feel comfortable performing CPR in an emergency.
A Virginia Teen Saves His Friend’s Life Using CPR
On July 14, 2016, a seemingly healthy teenage boy named Steve Smith suddenly collapsed on a baseball field in Manassas, Virginia. The team immediately called 9-1-1. Fortunately, a fellow teammate and lifeguard name Paul Dow had CPR training knew what to do. When Paul checked over the collapsed boy, he
CPR Training for Youth Leaders
Many youth organizations require CPR and first training for adults serving in leadership positions. Many also offer various programs geared to educating kids about CPR. Being in charge of a group of young people is a big responsibility, so it’s important to be prepared for anything life might throw at
