CPR and Wilderness First Aid Training at Willow Staging Area, 09-19-09

On Saturday, September 19th 2009, a group of volunteers and naturalists for the Laguna Canyon Foundation participated in CPR and Wilderness First Aid Training.


From 8-11:45 AM, Compression-only CPR and Wilderness First Aid techniques and preparation were covered. Here are a few of the emergency scenarios that were reviewed (list non-exhaustive):

• Breathing is present yet labored
• snake bites
• fractures
• bleeding
• choking
  
• shock management
• asthma
• heart and stroke conditions
• stroke vs. heat stroke
• clinical health survival chances

All participants practiced their compression-only CPR techniques along with placing a victim into the "recovery" position. Watch the video HERE to observe the proper technique for the RECOVERY position.



Kirsten asks a question, other volunteers and naturalists listen attentively.

Mike telling the group about first aid preparation.

The rest of the photos below are those of volunteers practicing their Recovery Position skills with volunteer Damon. Thanks to everyone who came and participated in CPR Training! You are helping to keep our parks safe and WILD!