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2. Cadet Nurse Corps - Wikipedia

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   The United States (U.S.) Cadet Nurse Corps (CNC) for women was authorized by the U.S. Congress on 15 June 1943 and signed into law by president Franklin D. Roosevelt on 1 July. The purpose of the law was to alleviate the nursing shortage that existed before and during World War II. The legislative act contained a specific provision that ...

3. Unlicensed assistive personnel - Wikipedia

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   e. Unlicensed assistive personnel ( UAP) are paraprofessionals who assist individuals with physical disabilities, mental impairments, and other health care needs with their activities of daily living (ADLs). UAPs also provide bedside care—including basic nursing procedures—all under the supervision of a registered nurse, licensed practical ...

4. ABC First Aid: Rules for CPR and Other First Aid Situations

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   CPR instructions. Make sure the person is lying flat on their back and on a firm surface. Put the heel (base) of your hand at the center of the person’s chest. Place your other hand on top of it ...

5. Introduction to First Aid - Healthline

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   Definition of first aid. When you provide basic medical care to someone experiencing a sudden injury or illness, it’s known as first aid. In some cases, first aid consists of the initial support ...

6. Nurse's cap - Wikipedia

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   A nurse's cap or nursing cap is part of the female nurse's uniform, introduced early in the history of the profession. The cap's original purpose was to keep the nurse 's hair neatly in place and present a modest appearance. Male nurses do not wear caps. In some schools, a capping ceremony presents new nursing students their caps before ...

7. First Aid with Burns: Proper Response and Treatment - Healthline

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   First aid for a minor burn. Cool down the burn. After holding the burn under cool, running water, apply cool, wet compresses until the pain subsides. Remove tight items, such as rings, from the ...