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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

EMT Training Station

Handling Specific Electrical Burn Injuries Electrical burns require specific first-aid measures. Flame Burns These are secondary burns caused when an electrical event ignites clothing or nearby materials. Our approach includes: Covering burn wounds with sterile, non-adhesive dressings.

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How to Become a Better EMT in 24 Hours

Paramedic Training Spot

AED stands for Automatic External Defibrillator , which is a machine that measures the rhythm of a person’s heart and can deliver electric current if necessary. The first step you should take when using an AED as an EMT is to review the patient’s history to see if they have any kind of heart condition.

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15 Life-Changing Reasons to Become an EMT: More Than Just a Job

EMT Training Station

They often engage in public education, teaching CPR and first aid, and participating in health and wellness fairs. Some find themselves in the middle of major events like concerts or sports games, ready to act if needed. They become familiar faces in schools and community centers, spreading awareness about health and safety.

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Cardiac Rhythms/ECG Module

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Some families have unexplained deaths during sporting events, an unusual number of car accidents, seizures in someone without a formal diagnosis of epilepsy. A full examination is necessary but can be completely normal following the event. Mum (first aid trained) gave back blows and started CPR.

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