Recognizing Fire and Medical Emergencies

Objectives: Recognize a fire emergency. Recognize a medical emergency. This includes being able to recognize: common sudden illness; choking; shock; seizure; heat-related illnesses and cold-related emergencies; head, neck, and spinal injuries; severe allergic reaction; burns; severe bleeding; and poisoning. Contact 911 when appropriate.

Description: This class teaches direct care workers how to recognize fire and medical emergencies and properly respond by contacting 911 when appropriate.