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.

Can An Excess of Potassium Cause Cardiac Arrest?

21/06/2023

Potassium is essential for bodily functions, particularly heart and muscle health. However, an excess of potassium, a condition known as hyperkalemia, can pose serious risks…
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CPR Certification for Obstetricians: A Must-Have Board-Approved Life Support Certification

20/06/2023

If you are an obstetrician, you may have to deal with pregnant women who need an epidural. An epidural is a type of pain relief…
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CPR and Angina: Understanding Angina and The Use of CPR

19/06/2023

Have you ever heard of angina? Do you know what it means and how it can affect your heart? Angina is a type of chest…
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Rapid Response in the Public Eye: CPR for Security Guards

16/06/2023

Security guards are often the first responders in emergencies, such as when someone collapses unexpectedly. They need to be prepared to act quickly and effectively…
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Hormone therapy and cardiac arrest: Causes and first aid

15/06/2023

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is used to treat symptoms and manage certain health problems by using hormones. HRT is usually safe but it can increase…
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10 Notable Differences Between ACLS, BLS, PALS, & CPR

13/06/2023

In the field of emergency medical education, knowledge of the differences between ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life…
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Venomous Encounters: First Aid for Snake Bites

09/06/2023

Snakes are fascinating creatures. But let’s not forget that they can also be dangerous. A snake bite is not something that happens often. Some snakes…
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