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Characteristics of a Good First-aider:

1. Gentle - should not cause pain

2. Observant - should notice all signs

3. Resourceful - should make the best use of things at hand.

4. Tactful - should not alarm the victim.

5. Sympathetic - should be comforting

6. Empathetic - has the ability to understand the feelings & emotions of the victim.

7. Respectable - so they will believe & trust you as a first-aider.

8. Cheerful - inspires & develops confidence to the victim

9. Ongoing education - must learn how to operate new and improved equipment and get re-certified every few years based on the requirements in a state.

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