Teaching CPR in Schools
As we start the new autumn term we may thinking about what our children will learn this year. Last year I attended the Advance Life Support Instructors’ Day which is organised by the Resuscitation Council. During the day a presentation was made showing how beneficial it can be to teach our children how to do CPR.
Sepsis diagnosis and management
A staggering 37,000 deaths a year are caused by Sepsis in the UK. Worldwide this figure increases many times over. It kills more people than some cancers – so why is it so high? Part of the problem is the initial recognition and management of the disease. So what do we need to know for Sepsis diagnosis and management?
5 First Aid Tips for Students
Whilst I was at University we experienced the sudden death of one of our students, Lenny. This has started me thinking about what I want my daughters to know before they go and part of this is to be clear on their first aid – so here are my 5 first aid tips for students.
What to do if someone is choking
When we talk about the management of choking we aren’t talking about people who are coughing and telling you that something is stuck we are talking about someone who has a completely obstructed airway, so it’s important to know what you are looking for.
End of Life Decisions
In the media recently there has been a lot of focus on decisions at the end of life; whether this is DNACPR (Do Not Attempt Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) requests or Assisted Dying legislation. The family of Mrs Janet Tracey were successful in their case against Cambridge Hospitals NHS Trust. The court found with the family that the DNACPR request was placed on Mrs Tracey unlawfully.
First aid training for free
I love my job! Yes I’m here to help my practices fulfil their CPD requirements but I also love to teach first aid and empower people to know what to do in an emergency.
Therefore I’m happy to share my knowledge. For the second time this year I had a stall on the Buxton Spring fair and I also do free or not-for-profit sessions for organised groups.
5 Top Tips for Summer First Aid
Last year when we were camping I forgot our First Aid kit!
I only realised I didn’t have it when I needed it. So here are my 5 top tips for summer first aid.
Effective Blogging for Business
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Emergency Drugs in the Dental Practice or General Practice
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Helen Watson
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I have 30 years nursing experience within the NHS. I am a registered Advanced Life Support Instructor with the Resuscitation Council (UK) and have many years training experience. I work hard to look after my customers’ needs and part of this is to create courses that fit your business needs and the recommendations from the Resuscitation Council (UK) and any relevant governing bodies. To ensure that my courses continue to represent current practice I also continue to work within the NHS.
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