This pamphlet is a guide for first aid. Areas discussed are: (1) the first-aid box; (2) how to call a doctor; (3) what to do before the doctor comes; (4) how to stop bleeding; (5) what to do for shock; (6) when breathing stops; (7) how to treat an unconscious person; (8) what to do for broken bones; (9) what to do for burns; (10) minor wounds and…

This article describes the most common injuries sustained during sport activities and the proper treatment for them. (JD)

Surveyed 120 loggers who attended a 3-day educational program on first aid and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation, forest ecology and silviculture, woods safety, and small business management. Results indicate that the training was worthwhile to the participants and they would be willing to attend additional training. (JRH)

Evaluation of a first-aid-recertification program found that, although participants had completed initial training less than one year earlier, a pretest showed many lacked either confidence in test taking or a systematic approach to test taking. The nine-hour certification course resulted in some skills improvement. (SK)

Objective: The objective of this study was to determine whether computer-based CPR training is comparable to traditional classroom training. Design and Setting: This study was quantitative in design. Data was gathered from a standardized examination and skill performance evaluation which yielded numerical scores. Subjects: The subjects were 64…

This article discusses the medical controversy, thermotherapy (heat treatment) or cryotherapy (cold treatment) on traumatic athletic injuries. (JS)

The paper describes the Comprehensive Epilepsy Program at the University of Virginia Medical Center and includes information on the following topics: basic questions about epilepsy; describing and recording seizure activity; first aid in seizure care; the inpatient and outpatient educational service component; admission and referral; international…

Advances in cold water near-drowning research show a high survival rate and argue for widespread instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. (LH)

Outlines a school system's efforts as the centralized organizing agency for the city's efforts at teaching cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C. P. R.). (IRT)

Because of the high incidence of cardiovascular dysfunction, due to both heart disease and accidents, basic training in CPR should be a required course in the high school curriculum. (LH)

Discusses a three-year project to develop national standards for health and safety in the child care setting. Also describes insect stings, their dangers, and their treatment. (RJC)

Provides outdoor leaders with suggestions for items to include in a leader pack. The pack should include a first aid kit, as well as survival and emergency gear. Recommends using a journal to document information about participants, events, and accidents. (KS)

Describes emergency care of snakebite victims, including noting signs and symptoms of venomous snakebites, keeping the victim calm, and seeking immediate medical attention. Provides information on variables that affect the amount of injected venom and how to distinguish nonpoisonous from poisonous snakes. (LP)

What does "protecting our priorities" mean in an era when economic realities require that institutions of higher education trim their budgets while also providing critical education and training to more and more students--those "human resources" whose skills will be the key to any economic turnaround? This is a question WICHE…