Term Archives

  1. Module 6: Shock

    This module discusses shock, a life-threatening disorder resulting from blood loss in vital organs like the heart and brain. It can be caused by improper blood flow regulation, organ bleeding, or blood pouring into a body cavity.
  2. Module 5: Bleeding

    This module covers severe bleeding, which can cause shock, distress, loss of consciousness, and death if uncontrolled. Blood carries oxygen to human tissues and has three types: arterial, vein, and capillary.
  3. Module 4: Choking

    Module four discusses choking, a condition where a foreign object in the throat causes muscle spasm and difficulty breathing, potentially leading to unconsciousness.
  4. Module 3: CPR and AED

    This subject covers CPR and defibrillators, which are essential first aid techniques used in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
  5. Module 2: Barriers, ABCDs and The Recovery Position

    This module covers basic first aid tools, including ABC Ds and recovery position barriers. Gloves and face shields are essential to protect from infection and blood, saliva, bile, and vomit.
  6. Module 1: What is First Aid?

    First aid is crucial in cases of blood and gore, as it is often the first response to a severe injury. However, many skilled first aiders hesitate to provide assistance due to fear of bandage knots.
  7. Brief Description of Emergency First Aid at Work For Irish Audiences

    The "Emergency First Aid at Work for Irish Audiences" course is tailored to individuals in Ireland and focuses on providing essential first aid skills in workplace settings.
  8. Module 12: Burns and Scalds

    This module discusses burns and scolds, which are caused by dry objects and steam or hot liquids. Burns are caused by naked flames touching hot objects, while scolds come from hot liquids, spilled tea, coffee, heated fat, or kettle steam.
  9. Module 13: Electric Shock

    Electric shock occurs when an electrical energy source passes through the body, causing damage that can be fatal or life-threatening. Burns may be hard to spot but can be deep and require hospitalization.
  10. Module 11: Incident Management

    This module focuses on incident management and documentation in first aid situations. It emphasizes the importance of calming down, thinking, and appraising the issue, claiming first aid training, and determining the accident's cause.