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Camping outdoors is definitely fun filled and adventurous experience. Staying amidst the nature and having no access to the basic necessities of life might sound frustrating, but not when you are camping. There are many safety tips available for campers. However, 2 most important safety tips that are commonly ignored are - first aid and basic CPR. These two are mandated by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association. Getting trained and informed in first aid and basic CPR will ensure safety when camping. Camping is all about wandering off the beaten and naturally encompassed paths. Therefore, having knowledge in first aid and things to do during a medical emergency, for example, saving someone’s life, handling injuries etc. is vital. In fact, frequent campers must get trained and acquire knowledge in these two important principles of safety assurance. As per American Heart Association, 80% cardiac arrests and similar medical emergencies occur outside the healthcare zone. Studies have also found that most bystanders get intimidatedby these medical situations, especially ones that require immediate implementation of CPR. To-do list
CPR techniques for adults are different for children and infants. Thus, it is important to learn the basics and keeping yourself well prepared for handling any such emergencies and saving a person’s life. Immediate response and CPR implementation will ensure the life of a victim. Calling 911 is required, but waiting for the professionals to come and take action, is sure shot life threatening!
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Camping outdoors is definitely fun filled and adventurous experience. Staying amidst the nature and having no access to the basic necessities of life might sound frustrating, but not when you are camping. There are many safety tips available for campers. However, 2 most important safety tips that are commonly ignored are - first aid and basic CPR. These two are mandated by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association. Getting trained and informed in first aid and basic CPR will ensure safety when camping. Camping is all about wandering off the beaten and naturally encompassed paths. Therefore, having knowledge in first aid and things to do during a medical emergency, for example, saving someone’s life, handling injuries etc. is vital. In fact, frequent campers must get trained and acquire knowledge in these two important principles of safety assurance. As per American Heart Association, 80% cardiac arrests and similar medical emergencies occur outside the healthcare zone. Studies have also found that most bystanders get intimidatedby these medical situations, especially ones that require immediate implementation of CPR. To-do list
CPR techniques for adults are different for children and infants. Thus, it is important to learn the basics and keeping yourself well prepared for handling any such emergencies and saving a person’s life. Immediate response and CPR implementation will ensure the life of a victim. Calling 911 is required, but waiting for the professionals to come and take action, is sure shot life threatening!
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