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Insertion of an intravenous (IV) cannula involves connecting a tube into a patient's vein so that infusions can be inserted directly into the patient’s bloodstream

The precordial thump is a manual mechanical cardioversion technique, characterised by the administration of a punch to the sternum at heart level, used in extreme emergency conditions and in the absence of an electric defibrillator

A compression bandage is a type of stretchy bandage that is wrapped around a body part to place pressure on it. It is commonly used in first aid as part of a therapy known as RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation)

Cardioversion is a special procedure that is carried out in the medical field when a subject has an arrhythmia, i.e. an alteration of the normal cardiac rhythm (sinus rhythm), in order to restore it while avoiding dangerous complications…

We welcome Squicciarini Rescue to Emergency Expo: First Aid courses and BLSD, PBLSD, AHA certifications recognised in Italy and abroad will be on show at the stand of the trade fair by Roberts

First aid: Emergency bleeding is one of the major causes of preventable death, accounting for about 38% of trauma and hemorrhagic shock deaths

Mechanical ventilation (also called artificial ventilation or assisted ventilation) refers to breathing support for people who are partially or totally unable to breathe spontaneously; mechanical ventilation supplements or completely…

Spinal motion restriction using a long spine board and cervical collar is implemented in cases of trauma, when certain criteria are met, to help reduce the chances of spinal cord injury

Cadmium is a metal used in batteries, solar cells, alloys, pigments, and more. Cadmium poisoning occurs when someone ingests or inhales contaminated food, water, or air

The Trendelenburg position, or anti-shock position, is the position in which the patient is placed in case of shock or when performing special radiological investigations, as well as during gynaecological and abdominal surgery