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.

What are Bloodborne Pathogens? Are They Scary?

04/04/2022

Bloodborne pathogens are pathogenic bacteria in human blood that can cause sickness in humans. Dealing with exposure to bloodborne pathogens is key to staying safe…
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Why is it important to stand clear when using an AED?

28/03/2022

An AED’s primary function is to revive a cardiac arrest patient. Currently there are 200,000 AED units sold each year for public use. When using…
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Why is Renewing Your CPR Certification Important?

24/02/2022

If you've ever wondered why you should consider renewing your CPR certification, you should know that in just the last two decades alone, techniques have…
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Which Careers Require CPR Certification?

11/01/2022

CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is an important life-saving procedure that almost anyone can learn. While we may most often think of doctors or nurses performing…
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What situations require CPR

21/09/2021

We know that every second counts in an emergency, and having the grasp of when to administer CPR can make a big difference. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation…
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What Does C.A.B Mean in CPR?

21/09/2021

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving technique used to save lives in critical situations such as heart attacks or near-drownings where the breathing and heartbeat…
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What Do You Learn in a CPR Class? A Complete Guide

21/09/2021

When you choose to learn in a CPR class, you’re equipping yourself with vital skills that could make all the difference in an emergency. CPR,…
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