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December 13, 2009

Kelowna First Aid Courses – Signs of First Aid Shock in Adults !! Next First Aid Course Jan 10.2010 Kelowna, Vernon 250.878.6690 www.okanaganfirstaid.com

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Shock is a life-threatening condition. Immediate medical care can make the difference between life and death.

Signs of shock (most of which will be present) include:

Passing out (losing consciousness).
Feeling very dizzy or lightheaded, like you may pass out.
Feeling very weak or having trouble standing up.
Being less alert. You may suddenly be unable to respond to questions, or you may be confused, restless, or fearful.

Also, a person in shock usually has an abnormal increase in heart rate and an abnormal decrease in blood pressure.

Shock may occur in response to a sudden illness or injury. When the body loses too much blood or fluids, the circulatory system cannot get enough blood to the vital organs, and shock results.

Shock is a life-threatening condition. Immediate medical care is required any time shock is suspected.

Call 911 or other emergency services.
Have the person lie down. If there is an injury to the head, neck, or chest, keep the legs flat. Otherwise, raise the person’s legs at least 12 in. (32 cm).
If the person vomits, roll him or her to one side to let fluids drain from the mouth. Use care if there could be an injury to the back or neck.
Stop any bleeding, and splint any broken bones.
Keep the person warm but not hot. Put a blanket under the person, and cover him or her with a sheet or blanket, depending on the weather. If the person is in a hot place, try to keep him or her cool.
Take the person’s pulse in case medical staff on the phone need to know what the pulse is. Take it again if the person’s condition changes.
Try to keep the person calm.

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November 25, 2009

Child Care Society – Kelowna First Aid Course 2508786690 Vernon Penticton BC

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It is traditional in western society for children to be taken care of by one or both parents. In families where children live with one or both of their parents, the childcare role may also be taken on by the extended family. In the absence of one or both parents and the extended family willing to care for the children, orphanages are a way of providing for children’s care, housing, and schooling.

The three main types of child care options for most American working families include in-home care, family care, and child care centers. Many American working families are two-job households, and this means that childcare is often delegated to childminders or crèches on a full-time or part-time basis.

In-home care typically is provided by nannies, au-pairs, or friends and family. The child is watched inside their’s or the child carers home home, reducing exposure to outside children and illnesses. Depending on the number of children in the home, the children utilizing in-home care enjoy the greatest amount of interaction with their caregiver, forming a close bond. There are no required licensing or background checks for in-home care, making parental vigilance essential in choosing an appropriate caregiver. Nanny and au-pair services provide certified caregivers and the cost of in-home care is the highest of childcare options per child, though a household with many children may find this the most convenient and affordable option.

Family care is provided from a care giver’s personal home, making the atmosphere most similar to a child’s home. State licensing requirements vary, so the parent should conduct careful interviews and home inspections, as well as complete a background check on the caregiver’s license. Any complaints against the caregiver will be documented and available for public record. Family care is generally the most affordable childcare option, and offers flexibility in hours available for care. In addition, family care generally has a small ratio of children in care, allowing for more interaction between child and provider than would be had at a commercial care center.

Commercial care centers are open for set hours, and provide a standardized and regulated system of care for children. Parents may choose from a commercial care center close to their work, and some companies offer care at their facilities. Active children may thrive in the educational activities provided by a quality commercial care center. Classes are usually largest in this type of care, ratios of children to adult caregivers will vary according to state licensing requirements.

Regardless of type of care chosen, a quality care provider should provide children with light, bright and clean areas to play as well as separate sleeping and eating areas.

Most western countries also have compulsory education during which the great majority of children are at school starting from five or six years of age. The school will act in loco parentis meaning “in lieu of parent supervision”.

source wikipedia

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October 28, 2009

Approved First Aid Training – Types of Medical Alert Bracelets & Medical Tattoos – Next Course Date Nov 01.2009

Medical Identification Tag

A medical identification tag is a small emblem or tag worn on a bracelet, neck chain, or on the clothing bearing a message that the wearer has an important medical condition that might require immediate attention. The intention is to alert a physician, emergency department personnel or police of the condition even if the wearer is not conscious enough or old enough to explain. Some people prefer to carry a wallet card with the same information.

A new type of medic identification alert is the USB medical alert tag. This is essentially a usb flash drive that contains an individual’s emergency information. Because of the memory on the flash drive these USB medical alert tags are capable of carrying much more information than the conventional medical ID bracelet. Information such as medications, existing conditions, doctors and emergency contacts can all be stored on the USB tags. Emergency personnel can instantly access the information with any available computer.

Medical tattoo

A medical tattoo is a tattoo used to show the illnesses or allergetic reactions one has. Medical tattoos can be used for a number of reasons:

As a warning that a patient suffers from a chronic disease that can exacerbate suddenly and that will require immediate specialist treatment. One example is in the case of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, in which patients may need steroid replacement therapy during ordinary illness.

Sources; Wikipedia.com

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October 5, 2009

First Aid Training Kelowna BC Red Cross Certificate Courses 250.878.6690 Oct 18.2009

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September 30, 2009

Approved First Aid Kelowna – Celebrates Fire Prevention Week Oct 4-10th 2009

Approved First Aid Kelowna – Celebrates Fire Prevention Week Canada 2009

Fire Prevention Week Oct 04 - 10 Canada

Welcome to Fire Prevention Canada (FIPRECAN), the national voice of fire prevention and education in Canada. Please take a few minutes to peruse our site for valuable information that may save your life, and the lives of your loved ones. Statistics show that, on average, fire kills eight people each week in Canada, with residential fires accounting for 73% of these fatalities.

Incorporated in 1976 as a registered charity, FIPRECAN is a non-profit organization. Our primary mission is to increase visibility and awareness of fire prevention nationally, through educating the public directly and through the Fire Service. Fire Prevention Canada is privileged to have Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada as its Patron.

Fire Prevention Week 2009 will be observed from Sunday, October 4^th through to Saturday, October 10^th. The theme for this year’s event is: “Stay Fire Smart! Don’t Get Burned^©.”

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