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Online learning post-pandemic

Online learning has been a hot topic for the last few years.  Many employees are being encouraged back into the office after the sudden need for remote/home working during the COVID pandemic era.  Some companies are suggesting a 2 day at home/3 day in the office working routine.  Like anything, remote work has had its advantages and disadvantages in most cases and there has been much discussion in the media about increased or decreased work productivity.  In education, remote or distance learning was a huge change in 2020, especially to primary and secondary school settings.  University courses were mainly taught online and schools and colleges were closed to most learners during the lockdowns, so virtual learning was vital.  Now that the world is largely back to ‘normal’, is there still a place for online learning in education and training?
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First Aid for Meningitis

Meningitis is an infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone but more usually infants, children, teenagers and young adults. The key to the condition is to spot the symptoms early and get the casualty to hospital as quickly as possible. 
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Age Range for Paediatric First Aid

It seems that whenever you ask what the age groups of paediatric first aid are, a whole mixture of different answers comes back to you! The truth is that there isn't actually one set answer but some important guidelines to follow, which by their nature could help save a child or infant's life.
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First Aid for Lone Workers

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) defines a lone worker as “Someone who works by themselves without close or direct supervision”. It is estimated that there are 8 million lone workers in the UK alone. Working on your own carries specific risks related to accidents and illness. Employers and employees need to be prepared for what actions to take during an emergency situation.
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First Aid for Jellyfish Sting

Jellyfish are freeswimming marine animals with trailing tentacles, used as a method of defence, and to trap their prey. Humans through their marine activities can sometimes make contact with the jellyfish’s tentacles and receive a nasty sting. This can range from an itch to a life threatening allergic reaction. Ignoring first aid myths and applying a simple treatment protocol could help alleviate the symptoms of a sting.
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Anaphylaxis Treatment

Anaphylaxis causes 20-30 deaths per annum within the UK; however this figure is thought to be underestimated. Many deaths occur from life threatening reactions to different food groups and insect bites. In some cases but not always, these are preventable through prompt first aid treatment.
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Spotting Signs of Infection in a Wound

When somebody suffers a cut or graze there is always a risk that the associated wound can become infected. Cleaning the wound is a very good preventative measure, but if the wound was not cleaned and is already infected then hindsight will not be of any use. 
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First Aid for Insect Bites

There is a higher prevalence of insect bites during the warm summer months within the UK. Luckily most of our insects are harmless and will only cause mild symptoms. They can however be extremely painful and may cause infection if left untreated. It is also important to recognise the symptoms of anaphylaxis, which is a life threatening form of an allergic reaction affecting small numbers of the population.
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First Aid for Internal Bleeding

The most common form of internal bleeding is a bruise. This is where blood vessels leak into the surrounding skin. Other types of internal bleeding can be non-visible and far more dangerous. It’s useful to be able to spot the signs and symptoms of internal bleeding so that the casualty can receive life saving treatment.
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First Aid for Head Bump

Minor head injuries are one of the most common treated areas of the body within first aid. They typically involve the child and infant but can affect all age groups. The associated bruise or bump which appears on the skin is easily treatable, but it is also important to be able to spot the signs of a more serious type of head injury. 
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First Aid for Gunshot Wounds

Strict laws within the UK lower the prevalence of gunshot wounds compared with countries such as the United States of America. However, this doesn't mean that they do not occur and first aiders need to be prepared for when they do.
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First Aid for Grazes

Minor cuts and grazes can be easily treated at home without the need to require any medical assistance. Although painful, grazes will easily heal within a few days if the correct treatment protocol is used at the time of the injury. Basic first aid skills can be used to help someone who has suffered a graze to any part of their body.
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First Aid for Flail Chest

Flail chest is a potentially life threatening condition which occurs when three or more of the ribs are broken. The broken segment can then detach from the normal breathing process and at worst cause the underlying lung to fail. Quick thinking first aid skills can stabilize the casualty until professional help arrives. 
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First Aid for an Unresponsive Casualty

When a casualty is unresponsive they may or may not be breathing. There could be injuries present which the casualty will be unable to communicate to you about, and their airway could also be compromised in the unresponsive state. 
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Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines 2021

The UK Resuscitation Council guidelines are updated roughly every five years. Utilizing the latest developments in research, technology and education to help improve survival rates in out of hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA). It’s always useful to know about any changes since the last update in 2015.
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Resus council guidelines covid

When someone suffers with a cardiac arrest they require immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in order to stand any chance of survival. This requirement has been complicated during CO-VID 19 because of the necessary contact required to administer CPR to a non-breathing casualty. This has resulted in the UK resuscitation council issuing new guidelines as a temporary measure during these times.
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First Aid for Fainting

Fainting occurs when the brain does not get enough blood supply which causes a brief period of unconsciousness. It’s useful to learn a simple first aid treatment protocol, which will ensure the casualty is safe and help assist with their recovery.
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First Aid for Eye Injuries

The eyes are sensitive areas of the body which are easily susceptible to infection. Any serious injury to this area could potentially lead to a loss of sight. Therefore it is important to apply the correct type of first aid treatment to minimise further damage and to promote a recovery within the eye.
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First Aid for Dislocated Shoulder

Dislocated shoulders happen when the upper arm pops out of the shoulder joint. The upper arm bone sits in a very shallow socket, which makes it highly mobile, but also prone to dislocation due to its shallow sitting position.It is important to apply some basic first aid and then transport the casualty to the nearest Accident & Emergency (A&E) unit.
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