A Case Study in AED Usage During Medical Emergencies
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have made lay-rescuers an indispensible link in the chain of survival. It is important, however, for first responders to remember the basics: AEDs should be applied to patients that are unconscious and either not breathing or not breathing normally. Rescuers should always visually assess their patient before delivering a shock. If the patient does develop signs life (e.g. changing level of consciousness or regular breathing) the rescuer should refrain from delivering a shock even if the AED prompts him or her to do so. In all other instances, first responders should follow the instructions provided by the AED.
SAJE Dental Compliance Program
COMPLIANCE COURSES
Earn Continuing Education Credits
DENTAL OFFICE FIRST AID & CPR
Required Training Courses
The specialized SAJE Vital Signs Dental Office courses teach dental professionals how to deal with specific emergency situations that may occur in their dental office. READ MORE »
EMERGENCY OXYGEN THERAPY
Recommended Training Course
Participants of this 1.5 hour course will learn how to check their oxygen tank to ensure it is full and operational and much more. READ MORE »
EMERGENCY MEDICATION ADMIN
Recommended Training Course
Skills Review Course. Participants of this 2.5 hour course will review how to assess a patients’ vital signs, how to recognize common medical emergencies and much more. READ MORE »
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCENARIOS
Recommended Training Course
Participants will role-play as either the victim or rescuers in several simulated medical emergencies, and will learn to recognize and simulate the treatment of a variety of medical conditions using the equipment and facilities available in their dental office. READ MORE »
DENTAL COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST
Recommended
With safety blitzes and unannounced inspections by the Ministry of Labour on the rise, it is important for dental offices to take steps to ensure the health and safety of their patients and staff. READ MORE »