Pediatric First Aid for Caregivers and Teachers, Revised: First Edition (PedFACTS) [Paperback - Used]

CONDITION - USED - Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is pleased to bring you Pediatric First Aid for Caregivers and Teachers (PedFACTs), Revised First Edition, a new national pediatric first aid course. Caregivers and teachers need to know what to do when a child is injured or becomes suddenly and severely ill. Most injuries that require first aid are not life-threatening. Usually, first aid involves simple, common sense procedures. However, first aid can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. All caregivers and teachers should have pediatric first aid training. The PedFACTs course is designed to give caregivers and teachers the education and confidence that they need to effectively care for children. This participant manual is the core of the PedFACTs course with features that will reinforce and expand on the essential information. Each topic is divided into three sections: 1. What You Should Know-Provides background information. 2. What You Should Look For-Provides assessment information. 3. What You Should Do-Provides first aid treatment information. Practical tools to reinforce essential information include: First Aid Tips-Provide instant experience from masters of the trade. Did You Know?-Provides a better understanding of the topic presented. First Aid Care-Provides short, step-by-step visual reviews of first aid procedures. Algorithms-Provide flowcharts designed to reinforce the decision-making process and appropriate first aid core. Check Your Knowledge-Provides an opportunity to test your knowledge of the first aid skills presented in the topic. It allows you to discover where your knowledge is strong and where it needs improving. Updates to the Revised First Edition include: Meets the 2005 CPR and ECC Guidelines. Common Childhood Illnesses-Provides a comprehensive guide for both parents and caregivers on common childhood illnesses. Includes information on what to look for, what parents and caregivers should do, and when the child can return to school or child care. Book jacket.

Pediatric First Aid for Caregivers and Teachers, Used [Paperback]