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First Aid is an essential set of skills not only for yourself but also for all those around you. Whether you’re at home, at work or out in public, having the ability to perform First Aid could be the difference between life and death, and according to the British Red Cross, only 5% of adults would feel confident enough to perform first aid in an emergency. In our latest blog, we explore the reasons why learning first aid can be so important.
Accidents and emergencies can occur when and where you least expect it. By learning and developing your First Aid skills, you can prepare yourself to not only assist someone with injuries, but also to potentially save a life. The British Red Cross conducted a survey with staggering results. 59% of deaths from injuries, could have been prevented had First Aid been administered before the arrival of the emergency services. First Aid skills are not difficult to learn and are simple to perform, and with the ability to potentially prevent death or lasting damage, learning First Aid should be a priority for all.
We know that learning and performing First Aid could be the difference between life and death, and although this is ultimately the most important reason people should learn First Aid, this is not the only reason. Performing First Aid can have a serious effect on someone’s recovery from injury. By giving First Aid, you could increase the chances of damage only being temporary and prevent them from developing a permanent, life-changing disability.
Having the skills and expertise to give first aid in order to save a life or avert significant injury might be considered the ultimate gesture. Having confidence in your own skills to carry out these actions will help you stay calm and enhance the odds of successful First Aid administration. Not only will you feel more confident in delivering First Aid competently, but the person receiving the care will most likely feel more at ease in the situation knowing that the person dealing with them understands what they are doing and that they are receiving the best care available at the time. Keeping the patient calm and at ease, is known to also help relieve some of the pain they may currently be experiencing.
The British Red Cross statistics above demonstrate how vital First Aid is to those in need, but it also has an impact on those around us. It is crucial that immediate action be taken to assist injuries and emergencies, not only to save lives but also to dramatically reduce the time a patient will need to receive hospital care, and with hospitals already dealing with pandemic-related backlogs, being able to provide First Aid is as important as ever to alleviate the effect on hospital space.
Accidents and emergencies can happen at any time, and by having the skills and knowledge to perform First Aid, you will significantly improve your ability to recognise hazards and medical emergencies, allowing you to not only take better care of yourself, but also of family, friends, colleagues, and members of the general public.
If you are interested in learning First Aid skills and wish to have the necessary skills to potentially save someone’s life, then First Aid Training is for you. At Easybook Training we have a host of training courses available below to put you in good stead to deal with emergencies:
First Aid courses are currently in high demand, so be sure to enquire now for your best chance in securing your place on your chosen First aid course soon. To book, please contact our customer service and booking team on 01892 543000 and be on your way to becoming a trained First Aider.
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