CPR News
Employ the HeartSine Samaritan Pad to Treat SCA
Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death globally. Response time is critical for survival. The HeartSine samaritan� PAD was designed especially for use in public areas by providing a sophisticated defibrillator for adult or pediatric use, inside a lightweight and easy-to-operate system.
The Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act of 2013 (AB 1217)
The Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act of 2013 (AB 1217) becomes effective to full compliance with the law on January 1, 2016. This law applies to all Caregivers and or Home Care Aides (HCA) that work for any Home Care agencies.
Hands Only CPR for the Untrained Responder
First Response Techniques for Choking
From our CPR Pro Program, a video demonstrating first aid response techniques for ejecting foreign bodies in victim's airway.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Facts
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death in the U.S., killing more than 325,000 people each year. That’s more than the total death rate for breast cancer, lung cancer, and HIV/AIDS combined.
At Home First Aid Guide
Safety Matters is a local and insured company specializing in providing quality CPR, AED and First Aid certification for Businesses, Schools, Construction and the medical community throughout Santa Barbara County. Safety Matters supports training and education with the sale of life saving products. Our primary goal is to offer you a resource for educational updates, innovative life saving products and certification training programs.
How to Treat Skin Burns
Burns can inflict serious physical damage to the body. Typically caused by close exposure to high temperatures, chemical reactions, or electrical current, burns can vary in severity.
How to treat Nosebleeds
Shock: Symptoms and Management
Shock develops when poor blood flow creates a shortage of oxygen to body tissues. Any serious illness or injury has the potential to cause shock. If not treated early, it can get worse and become life threatening.
Seizure Management and Follow-Up
Seizures are triggered by excessive electrical activity within brain. Results in uncontrolled muscle convulsions of the body. Generally, seizures happen without warning.
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