🫀Patrick's Eye-Opening Account: Lessons Learned After a Life-Altering Cardiac Event🫀
Although I have been training CPR courses out here in Dubbo for over 16 years, to hear this news had me shook.
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⚕️Simulated CPR Drills for your Workplace⚕️
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Group CPR training with Dubbo Business Chamber-thanks Cody, Erin, Dave & Matt!
📢Patricks' Story of Survival📢
The discomfort became pain after I commence work around 0730.
At this point I knew something was wrong, so I walked back to my office where I knew I had workmates to help if needed.
🫀Swift Action by Trained Co-Workers: Lifesaving Response🫀
When I opened the door my two workmates looked at me.
Both my teammates asked me if I was feeling OK which I replied, no.
One of my teammates went to get help while the other stayed and asked if I would like an ambulance called.
One teammate was sent out to the site entrance and the other to get the defib from the main office.
While we were waiting for the ambulance my teammate was constantly taking my pulse and asking questions about my health, medications, how I was feeling, what I was feeling etc.
The ambulance arrived in less then 15 mins.
My teammate transferred all information to the ambulance crew.
I was given medication then driven to hospital.
💪Real-Life Impact: The Vital Role of First Aid Training💪
My team mates really deserve credit for first identifying so quickly that I was not well, then responding the way they did.
During the event I was very much aware of what was happening around me.
Sounds over the top but that’s what they had become to me.
My test results came back that I had a blockage and a leaking valve with added high stress level at that time.
I have no doubt that my first aid training was the reason I stayed calm.
🫶Teammates' Resilience in the Face of Post-Traumatic Stress🫶
All three were quick to tell me how at the time of the situation they just reacted on autopilot.
Being trained in how to identify symptoms early was key to a timely response.
One thing that we are taught during first aid training is the post-traumatic stress that may occur after such an event for both patient and first aiders.
I had one that informed me she cried and was in shock afterward while the other two were left shaking.
🙏Gratitude Amidst Challenges:
Patrick's Thankful Reflection on Assurance Training 🙏
I would like to note that my teammates and I have all been trained in first aid by Assurance Training & Sales.
I have been trained by Assurance Training for many years now.
Keep saving lives Assurance team!
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Above: Max Stonestreet delivering Advanced First Aid
Related Links:
- Visit Safe Work Australia for more on workplace safety guidelines.
- The Heart Foundation https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/
- Australian Resuscitation Council https://resus.org.au/ (free CPR chart!)
Who to Thank:
- Special thanks to Patrick for sharing his story, Max Stonestreet for his dedication, and the Dubbo Business Chamber for their support.
Remember, first aid training can save lives. Get trained and be prepared!