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Atrial fibrillation and ventricular fibrillation are types of irregular heartbeats. Atrial fibrillation affects the two upper chambers of your heart. Ventricular fibrillation affects the two
Have you ever wondered which certification prepares you to act when seconds count? Most healthcare employers prefer professionals who are certified from basic life support.
A normal respiratory rate of adults is between 12 and 18 breaths per minute. Normal respiratory rates for children depend on their age. Babies and
Imagine being out in the cold and your fingers suddenly start tingling and then go numb. Frostbite occurs when your skin freezes during exposure to
Capnography is a primary tool in the world of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, providing real-time feedback on the effectiveness of chest compressions and helping improve the health
Have you ever experienced sudden, repetitive, and uncontrollable movements or sounds? These could be tics, which are caused by a condition affecting the nervous system
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a term that describes a group of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. It remains one of the most significant
Dyspnea, generally known as shortness of breath, is a feeling of labored breathing that involves mixed sensations of variable severity. It can happen during physical
Stab injuries may sound scary, but with a few simple first-aid skills, you can help the victim. Thousands of people end up in the ER
Neurogenic shock is a critical condition where the body’s blood pressure drops due to severe disruption in the autonomic nervous system. A spinal cord or
Do you know that your heart rate can be an indicator of an underlying health issue? The normal resting heartbeat of an adult is between