Online CPR, First Aid & BLS Blog

American HealthCare Academy’s posts are updated regularly for each state’s healthcare professionals. Browse the CPR certification, ACLS/BLS/PALS, and First Aid content to learn more.

First aid for Allergy Attacks and Anaphylaxis: Causes and Treatment

16/01/2024

Table of Content(s) Do you do First aid for anaphylaxis? What causes anaphylaxis? What is anaphylactic training? How is anaphylaxis treated? How can you prevent…
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Importance of CPR training for Construction Workers

16/01/2024

Construction deaths account for the second-highest number in the USA. In 2021 alone, a total of 951 people lost their lives while working at a…
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What are the 5 core components of the HIPAA Privacy Rule?

15/01/2024

Did you know that close to 5150 data breaches resulting from HIPAA violations occurred in the USA between October 2009 and December 2021? Even though…
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Navigating the Dietary Dos & Don’ts of Potassium for Heart Health

15/01/2024

Table of Content(s) What is hyperkalemia? What are the symptoms of high potassium cardiac? How does high potassium affect your heart? Can high potassium cause…
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CPR, AED and First Aid Practice Test Quiz

03/01/2024

Around 88% of cardiac arrests occur at home, making an immediate response a vital necessity. Designed to empower you with the knowledge required to confidently…
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How do you deal with death after giving CPR?

03/01/2024

Did you know that, globally, less than 3% of individuals who receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) outside of a hospital setting survive to be discharged? This…
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Asthma First Aid: What To Do During An Asthma Attack?

28/12/2023

The lungs in the human body play a remarkable role and provide the body with fresh air. However, some genetic and lifestyle issues can cause…
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