What Are the 7 Steps of CPR?
The 7 steps of CPR give bystanders a simple order to follow when someone collapses: check the scene, call 911, assess breathing, start compressions, bring in the AED, and keep going until help takes over.
Author: CPR Certification Nashville
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Recovery Position: When to Use It and How to Position Someone Safely
The recovery position is for a person who is unresponsive or barely awake but still breathing normally. It helps protect the airway while you wait for EMS, especially when vomiting or poor airway control is part of the picture.
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How to Renew CPR Certification
Renewing CPR works best when you start with the card you already have, match the course name, book before the deadline, handle the required materials, and keep the new card easy to find.
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First Aid for Burns: Thermal, Chemical & Electrical
Burn first aid depends on what caused the burn. A minor kitchen scald, a chemical exposure, and an electrical injury may all damage skin, but they do not call for the same first response.
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How Long Does CPR Certification Last?
For the AHA BLS card most readers mean here, CPR certification lasts 2 years. The bigger issue is not the number itself but making sure the card stays current before a job, school, or clinical site checks it.
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What Are the Most Common Bloodborne Pathogens?
In most workplace bloodborne-pathogens training, the same three names come up over and over: hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV. They matter because exposure-control plans, sharps safety, and post-exposure response are built around them.
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AED Pad Placement: Complete Guide for All Ages
AED pad placement is easier than it feels in the moment: on an adult, one pad usually goes upper right chest and the other lower left. For children and infants, the real job is following the pad diagrams and keeping the pads from touching.
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How to Stop Bleeding: First Aid
Stopping bleeding still starts with firm direct pressure, but the right response changes fast when the wound is deep, the blood loss is heavy, or the person starts looking worse.
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How to Get CPR Certified
Getting CPR certified starts with choosing the right class, not just the first one that appears in search. If your paperwork says AHA BLS, the cleanest path is to book the hands-on BLS class from the start.
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How Much Does CPR Certification Cost?
CPR certification cost only makes sense once you know which class you need. The cheaper option is not the better deal if it leaves you with the wrong card and a second booking later.
