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The ABCs (or CABs) of CPR: Understanding the Fundamental Steps

CAB vs. ABC in CPR: Understanding the Response Sequence

Understand CAB and ABC as memory aids, why compressions lead the adult cardiac-arrest response and how airway and breathing still fit CPR.

CAB vs. ABC in CPR: Understanding the Response Sequence

Understand CAB and ABC as memory aids, why compressions lead the adult cardiac-arrest response and how airway and breathing still fit CPR.

Understanding the Layers of Skin Affected by a 2nd Degree Burn

Second-Degree Burns: Skin Layers, Blisters and Care Triggers

Second-degree burns extend through the epidermis into the dermis. They may blister and vary in depth, so size, location, cause and function matter.

Second-Degree Burns: Skin Layers, Blisters and Care Triggers

Second-degree burns extend through the epidermis into the dermis. They may blister and vary in depth, so size, location, cause and function matter.

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When Not to Use Abdominal Thrusts for Choking

Abdominal thrusts are not the response for every cough or airway problem. Technique changes with obstruction severity, age, pregnancy and consciousness.

When Not to Use Abdominal Thrusts for Choking

Abdominal thrusts are not the response for every cough or airway problem. Technique changes with obstruction severity, age, pregnancy and consciousness.

Effective Treatment for Electrical Burns

Electrical Burn First Aid and Safety

Respond to an electrical burn by controlling the power source, calling 911, checking breathing and protecting visible burns without delay.

Electrical Burn First Aid and Safety

Respond to an electrical burn by controlling the power source, calling 911, checking breathing and protecting visible burns without delay.

Checking Responsiveness Before CPR: Essential Steps for Emergency Response

Checking Responsiveness Before CPR: A Fast, Safe Sequence

Check scene safety, tap and shout, assess normal breathing quickly and call 911. Start CPR for unresponsiveness with absent or abnormal breathing.

Checking Responsiveness Before CPR: A Fast, Safe Sequence

Check scene safety, tap and shout, assess normal breathing quickly and call 911. Start CPR for unresponsiveness with absent or abnormal breathing.

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Femoral Pulse Checks: First-Aid Boundaries

Learn why femoral pulse assessment is a clinical skill and why lay responders should use responsiveness, normal breathing and 911 guidance.

Femoral Pulse Checks: First-Aid Boundaries

Learn why femoral pulse assessment is a clinical skill and why lay responders should use responsiveness, normal breathing and 911 guidance.