First Aid - Breathing Emergencies

People can have difficulty breathing for many reasons; these can be universally referred to as breathing emergencies. Breathing emergencies can be caused by choking, a punctured lung, an allergic reaction, exposure to chemicals or other toxins, asthma, and other causes. In this course you’ll learn more about the causes of breathing emergencies, symptoms of breathing emergencies, how to provide first aid, and you'll get guidance on calling for emergency medical assistance.

• List some causes and symptoms of breathing emergencies
• Describe some initial first aid for a breathing emergency
• Explain what abdominal thrusts are and how and when to perform them
• Recall how and when to provide artificial respiration
• Explain when to provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)