In Ohio, CPR certification is required for high school students before graduation, ensuring young people are equipped with life-saving skills. Coaches and school staff working with students are also mandated to be CPR-certified, which includes training on using Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Ohio’s laws support broader CPR certification requirements across various professions, such as healthcare…
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TL;DR: Childcare providers must be CPR certified to handle emergencies like cardiac arrest, severe allergic reactions, and drowning, which can occur even in young children. CPR training ensures quick, effective responses that can save lives, fulfilling legal requirements, building parental trust, and enhancing overall safety in childcare settings. Providers gain essential skills, confidence, and preparedness,…
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In moments of crisis, an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can be the difference between life and tragedy. Imagine witnessing a sudden cardiac arrest, feeling hopeless, finding a nearby AED, and not being able to use it effectively. An AED can offer a chance at survival. Yet, the true power of this device lies not just…
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Implementation of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) is definitely an area that deserves a lot more attention than it’s receiving. The safety benefits of AEDs in schools are undeniable, so proper training and placement of devices should be mandatory across the United States. Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) can occur unexpectedly, even in young individuals. However, having…
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CPR is a critical competency that every healthcare worker must possess. It is not an exaggeration to say that the ability to perform high-quality CPR effectively can be the difference between life and death for a patient experiencing a cardiac arrest. In healthcare, maintaining a high level of competency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation is imperative for…
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CPR involves a set of simple yet critical steps that, if performed correctly, can help keep the patient alive until medical professionals arrive. Regardless of your medical background, learning these life-saving techniques and understanding the importance of responding properly in an emergency is highly recommended. A high 65% of people in the US claim they…
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The first few minutes after a cardiac arrest are the most important ones. Waiting for the emergency teams to intervene on the scene is often too late, so bystanders need to take the initiative and offer help. CPR is the first thing that needs to be done so the victim has a fighting chance. However,…
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According to the American Heart Association statistics, since the 90s, the number of deaths attributed to cardiovascular diseases has risen by millions. Ischemic heart disease is the number one cause, followed by stroke and hypertensive heart disease. Heart diseases often lead to cardiac arrest, which is why we must boost awareness in favor of their…
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In 2021, heart disease was the third leading cause of death in the state of Ohio, further stressing the importance of learning how to perform CPR properly. On that note, the latest statistics suggest CPR certification is the most common type of certification among Ohio state employees. More precisely, 16% of employees have a CPR…
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According to the American Heart Association statistics, since the 90s, the number of deaths attributed to cardiovascular diseases has risen by millions. Ischemic heart disease is the number one cause, followed by stroke and hypertensive heart disease. Heart diseases often lead to cardiac arrest, which is why we must boost awareness in favor of their…
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