How does a defibrillator work?
This post is an excerpt from our free online AED course which covers the theory and practical aspects of using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). So what is defibrillation? How does a defibrillator work? If...
Author: John Furst
Just launched: Free online AED course
We’re excited to announce the launch of our latest free online course – Online Automated External Defibrillator (AED) course! Our free online AED course covers the theory behind defibrillation and the basic principles of...
What are the priorities of first aid?
Emergency situations can be daunting and frightening. If you ever find yourself in an emergency first aid situation you should remember the priorities of first aid to help you structure your initial actions. So what...
What is Basic Life Support (BLS)?
Basic Life Support (BLS) is defined as “maintaining airway patency and supporting breathing and the circulation without the use of equipment other than a protective device” (Source: Resuscitation Council UK) So what exactly is Basic...
CPR guidelines 2015
The 2015 CPR Guidelines are due to be published later this year, in this blog post we speculate on some expected changes and the impact this may have for first aiders and first aid trainers...
Five Common Mistakes EMTs Make and How to Avoid Them
You arrive at the scene and try to do your best to help your patients. Sometimes everything falls into place, and you transport the patient knowing you did everything right. But occasionally mistakes happen....
A guide to structured patient assessment
EMTs and paramedics are a critical component of pre-hospital care. Rapid and accurate assessments in the field can mean life or death differences for patients. Understating how to conduct an efficient primary and secondary...
EMT Practice Scenarios
When preparing for the EMT-B certification, one of the most effective forms of preparation are EMT-Basic practice scenarios. Even though you will most likely be nervous for the NREMT test, these emergency medical scenarios...
What is First Responder Training?
If you’re interested in providing immediate medical care to others, then you may want to consider First Responder training. These people work with Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics to provide basic medical care...
Complications of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR refers to an emergency treatment administered when a person stops breathing, or their heart stops beating. As per a study by the American Heart Association, the out-of-hospital cardiac arrests taking...
Understanding Stroke Assessment for First Responders
Strokes are the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the American Stroke Association. Even if a person survives a stroke, they can have significant deficits, which interfere with all...
How to get an EMT certificate in the United States
The minimum education requirement to enter an EMT certification program is a high school diploma or GED and passage of a criminal record and background check. Applicants must also submit current immunization records, and...
What is the NREMT exam?
For you to most effectively study and prepare for the NREMT exam after completing all your EMT school coursework, it is vital that you understand how the exam is designed and implemented. The NREMT was...
How to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Choosing to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) has become popular career choice in the United States. Young people prefer to pursue such a career due to its potential for financial and professional growth....
