• Know the abnormal signs – It’s important to be able to recognise abnormal signs and know when to present to an emergency department. It’s always best to seek medical attention if you’re unsure of what to do.
• Know your DRSABCD – Knowing DRSABCD is imperative, as is knowing how to perform CPR correctly and safely: Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, Compression, Defibrillator.
• Keep a first aid kit handy – Ensure your first aid kit is easily accessible, stocked with essential items and in-date.
• Attend a baby first aid course – Feel empowered and educated as a parent or carer by attending a baby first aid course, giving you the tools to understand and treat breathing difficulties, choking, allergies and anaphylaxis, burns, poisons, rashes, head injuries and more.
Loretta Woodford of Parentmedic will be speaking about airway management and CPR for babies and children at the Positive Pregnancy and Birth Expo on Saturday, May 13 in room 2 from 11:00am. Parentmedic provides the Mackay and Whitsunday areas with baby first aid courses, empowering and educating parents and carers with the knowledge to save a child’s life. For more information, visit parentmedic.co or contact Loretta on northqld@parentmedic.co or 0414 967 404.
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