Pediatric first aid for caregivers and teachers dedicated to the health of all children

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is pleased to bring you the Second Edition of its national pediatric first aid course, Pediatric First Aid for Caregivers and Teachers (PedFACTs). The PedFACTs course is designed to give caregivers and teachers the education and confidence that they need to c...

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Corporate Authors: American Academy of Pediatrics.
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: Burlington, MA : Jones & Bartlett Learning, c2014.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • What is pediatric first aid? / Margo Bushmiaer
  • Prevention / Julie Chesterton
  • Finding out what is wrong / Margo Bushmiaer
  • Difficulty breathing / Dr. Lamont
  • CPR and choking relief / Dr. Lamont
  • Loss of responsiveness / Dr. Lamont
  • Seizures / Jeanette Wilder
  • Allergic reactions / Julie Chesterton
  • Bites and stings / Jeanette Wilder
  • Poisoning and ingestions / Dr. Powell
  • Controlling infection, bleeding and swelling / Margo Bushmiaer
  • Bone, joint, and muscle injuries / Dr. Tangredi
  • Burns / Jeanette Wilder
  • Heat and cold emergencies / Dr. Powell
  • Eye injuries / Dr. Tangredi
  • Oral injuries / Dr. Powell
  • Common chronic illnesses / Dr. Tangredi
  • Preparedness / Julie Chesterton.