With a new school year fast approaching, there is no better time than to discuss the importance of CPR training in high schools. There are a reported 38 states that mandate CPR training for their students as part of graduation requirements. A few states, including Illinois and … [Read more...] about Mandatory CPR Training in Schools
Being Prepared for the “What Ifs”
With the fast pace of life these days, people go about their business not concerning themselves with the thought of “what ifs.”Does this describe you? If so, stop and think for a second, what if you encountered a person who was experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency? … [Read more...] about Being Prepared for the “What Ifs”
Should Ribs Break During CPR?
CPR is a vital, life-saving procedure that everyone should be familiar with. However, being familiar with it does not mean not having questions. Perhaps one of the most common inquiries during CPR training in Los Angeles is: should ribs break during CPR? You may have seen … [Read more...] about Should Ribs Break During CPR?
2 Minutes of Proper CPR Explained
When you attend CPR classes in Los Angeles, you can expect to learn everything from what “CPR” stands for (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) to how many cycles of CPR to complete within a given time. For those who have a basic grasp of CPR already, or those brand new to the … [Read more...] about 2 Minutes of Proper CPR Explained
CPR AND FIRST AID TRAINING: WHY ME?
Among many other daily comforts—like water, food or sunny days in Los Angeles—it’s easy to take for granted what we have, including life itself. After watching hundreds of movies where there is always a hero around to save grandpa from choking to death with a steak or your … [Read more...] about CPR AND FIRST AID TRAINING: WHY ME?