You are two hours away from earning your bloodborne pathogens certification. The only thing standing between you and that card is a quiz you should already know how to pass. Key Takeaway Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms present in human blood that can cause serious disease in humans. We put this resource together so you do […]
The recovery position is a side-lying position used for a person who is unconscious but breathing normally and has a pulse. It helps keep the airway open and allows vomit or other fluids to drain, reducing the risk of choking. It is not used during active CPR. Instead, it is used before CPR is needed […]
CAB in CPR stands for Compressions, Airway, and Breathing, and the order of those three letters is not a coincidence. It is the sequence the American Heart Association (AHA) directs rescuers to follow during cardiac arrest, and it has been the current standard since 2010. Starting with compressions instead of the airway keeps blood moving […]
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is valid for two years from the date you complete your course. After two years, it expires, and you must recertify to stay current. The American Heart Association no longer offers a grace period, so the safest move is to renew before the expiration date printed on your card. Key […]
Blood on a countertop, a dried spot on a gym bench, a smear on medical equipment, or a stained fabric seat can raise the same worry. How long is it actually dangerous? The answer depends on the specific organism, the amount of blood, the surface, and the environment, but the core takeaway is simple. Treat […]
You finish a workout feeling proud, then a strange sensation shows up in your chest. It might be a pinch, pressure, flutter, tightness, or a heartbeat that feels “off.” That moment can be unsettling, because the chest is where we instinctively worry about the heart. The good news is that many cases are explainable and […]
CPR training is a critical skill, especially to combat any emergency or unexpected situation. With nearly 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occurring annually in the U.S., and a staggering ~90% fatality rate, the importance of CPR cannot be overstated (Heart Association, 2023). The difference between life and death often comes down to whether bystanders are trained […]
