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A bloodborne pathogen is a disease causing agent in the blood such as a virus (HIV, HBV, or Herpes) or bacteria (TB, Gonorrhea).
Corrected: Bloodborne Pathogens means, disease causing organisms transmitted by blood and other body fluids. Most common bloodborne pathogens are Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C & HIV.
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What are some online CPR classes ?
you can earn your CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens certification at your convenience and have your certificate and wallet card today, and is a excellent chance, you should take it
What are CPR experts called?
CPR experts are known as certified CPR instructors or CPR trainers. They are individuals who have completed specific training programs and certifications to teach others the proper techniques of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
You are using an AED on adult victim and the AED says no shock indicated?
You then check for breathing & pulse for a maximum of 10 seconds; if no breathing & pulse immediately start CPR and continue CPR until AED re-analyzes.
Where can I get my CPR AED certification ?
Our online CPR Certification courses include the latest ECC 2010 Guidelines. You can learn CPR quickly and easily with AEDCPR's interactive online CPR certification class. AEDCPR's classes include video demonstrations of Adult CPR, Child CPR and Infant CPR. You can use our exclusive interactive online AED Demo to practice AED pad placement and use of an automatic external defibrillator.
Can an adult attenuator for an AED be used on children under 8?
yes it can CPR can be performed on everyone
How to prevent exposure to airborne or bloodborne pathogens during CPR?
Use a bag valve mask (BVM) to minimize possible bloodborne exposure. Using the BVM will allow the use of a mask on the face to minimize airborne exposure.
What are the Red Cross protococalls on CPR and AED?
Red Cross protocols on CPR and AED are: # For CPR if signs of life are not present start CPR immediately. You will need to follow the basic steps of Check Call Care. # For AED when available immediately stop CPR and attach it to the victim. Follow the directions of the AED.
Information on online CPR classes.?
You can get your online CPR certification online without the practice dummy with CPRToday! It is a nationally-validated, fully-accredited online course where you can earn your CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens certification at your convenience and have your certificate and wallet card in just twenty-four hours. This course does not require hands-on skills testing. It is nationally accredited and meets international guidelines conference on cardiopulmonary resuscitation standards. You can complete this online course at http://www.cprtoday.com/.
Do you need CPR card to use a defibrillator?
You should have an AED / CPR card so your knowledge of the AED use and performing CPR is at an adequate level. But, it isn't required.
What can an EMT do for cardiac arrest?
EMT-B: CPR, AED, BVM EMT-I/A: CPR, AED, BVM Push some drugs. Depending on state, cardiovert EMT-P: CPR, AED, BVM, Push drugs, cardiovert
Can you get bloodborne pathogens from CPR?
It presents a low risk; blood borne pathogens are spread through your blood. You could become infected only if the injured person has an open sore on their mouth or have blood on their face. When performing CPR the only thing you should worry about is influenza or other airborne pathogens. Using a pocket mouth-to-mouth resuscitation mask or other barrier device can prevent this.by:Lillian
Do you continue CPR in between shocks an AED?
Because, the AED gives the shock to the heart that most likely saves them from dieing.
