By learning these basic life-saving skills, you can be prepared to help someone, Here are 7 basic life-saving skills that everyone must know.
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CPR is a lifesaving technique that helps keep oxygenated blood flowing throughout the body when the heart stops beating.
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AEDs are becoming increasingly common in public places, and knowing how to use one can be lifesaving.
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The Heimlich manoeuvre is a technique used to dislodge food or other objects that are blocking a person's airway.
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Knowing how to apply direct pressure to the wound and elevate the injured area can help slow or stop bleeding.
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Knowing how to cool a minor burn with water and cover it with a sterile bandage can help prevent further injury.
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A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted.
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Many drowning deaths are preventable. Always supervise children around water and teach them to swim.