Helping Hands Ed.

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06/05/2023

Good, morning how is everyone working on setting up so new classes let us know what ya'll would like to join in.

05/23/2023

Well how everyone doing today. Lets see if anyone has questions about snakes bites. Be glad to help out. Here are the Symptoms :
Signs or symptoms of a snake bite may vary depending on the type of snake, but may include:
• Puncture marks at the wound
• Redness, swelling, bruising, bleeding, or blistering around the bite
• Severe pain and tenderness at the site of the bite
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Labored breathing (in extreme cases, breathing may stop altogether)
• Rapid heart rate, weak pulse, low blood pressure
• Disturbed vision
• Metallic, mint, or rubber taste in the mouth
• Increased salivation and sweating
• Numbness or tingling around face and/or limbs
• Muscle twitching

Now what to do incase of a bite.
• Seek medical attention as soon as possible (dial 911 or call local Emergency Medical Services
o Antivenom is the treatment for serious snake envenomation. The sooner antivenom can be started, the sooner irreversible damage from venom can be stopped.
o Driving oneself to the hospital is not advised because people with snakebites can become dizzy or pass out.
• Take a photo of the snake from a safe distance if possible. Identifying the snake can help with treatment of the snakebite.
• Keep calm.
• Apply first aid
o Lay or sit down with the bite in a lower position of comfort.
o Remove rings and watches before swelling starts.
o Wash the bite with soap and water.
o Cover the bite with a clean, dry dressing.
o Mark the leading edge of tenderness/swelling on the skin and write the time alongside it.

Now what not to Do

• Do not pick up the snake or try to trap it. NEVER handle a venomous snake, not even a dead one or its decapitated head. It still can strike out or bite.
• Do not wait for symptoms to appear if bitten, get medical help right away.
• Do not apply a tourniquet.
• Do not slash the wound with a knife or cut it in any way.
• Do not try to suck out the venom.
• Do not apply ice or immerse the wound in water.
• Do not drink alcohol as a painkiller.
• Do not take pain relievers (such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen).

05/19/2023

Coral Snakes

The brightly colored Texas coral snake is the state's only member of the Elapidae family, which includes the cobras of Asia and Africa. The coral snake is slender with a small indistinctive head and round pupils, and is usually is 2-1/2 feet or shorter. Its distinctive pattern is a broad black ring, a narrow yellow ring and a broad red ring, with the red rings always bordered by the yellow rings. Several harmless snakes are similarly marked, but never with the red and yellow touching. Coral snakes are found in the southeastern half of Texas in woodlands, canyons and coastal plains.

05/18/2023

Morning have a geat and wonderful blessing day.

05/17/2023

Well, I believe we gonna start feeding the heat now. Just remember to stay hydrate drink plenty of water. It's 4 to 1, plus don't forget. The main types of electrolytes include:
Salts
Potassium.
Magnesium.
Calcium.
We need to replace these ad well.

Have a wonderfull Blessing evening.

05/17/2023

Good morning, looking forward to making Facebook a regular time for us to get together for classes and share our stories.

05/16/2023

If you notice signs of heat-related illness, lower your body temperature and prevent your condition from progressing to heatstroke. In a lesser heat emergency, such as heat cramps or heat exhaustion, the following steps may lower your body temperature:

Get to a shady or air-conditioned place. If you don't have air conditioning at home, go someplace with air conditioning, such as the mall, movie theater or public library.
Cool off with damp sheets and a fan. If you're with someone who's experiencing heat-related symptoms, cool the person by covering him or her with damp sheets or by spraying with cool water. Direct air onto the person with a fan.
Take a cool shower or bath. If you're outdoors and not near shelter, soaking in a cool pond or stream can help bring your temperature down.
Rehydrate. Drink plenty of fluids. Also, because you lose salt through sweating, you can replenish salt and water with some sports drinks. If your doctor has restricted your fluid or salt intake, check with him or her to see how much you should drink and whether you should replace salt.
Don't drink sugary or alcoholic beverages to rehydrate. These drinks may interfere with your body's ability to control your temperature. Also, very cold drinks can cause stomach cramps.

05/16/2023

Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness. It occurs when the body can no longer control its temperature: the body's temperature rises rapidly, the sweating mechanism fails, and the body is unable to cool down. When heat stroke occurs, the body temperature can rise to 106°F or higher within 10 to 15 minutes.

05/16/2023

Open classes for your initial certification or renewal certification:
CREDENTIALED COURSES AVAILABLE BY:
• AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
• Helping Hands Ed.
Courses can be formatted for your specific training needs.
The onsite option allows training to be provided at your convenience.
AHA & Helping Hands COURSES:
• BLS CERTIFICATION- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
• CPR AND AED CERTIFICATION - HEARTSAVER
• FIRST AID CERTIFICATION - HEARTSAVER
• HEARTSAVER FOR K-12 SCHOOLS COURSE
• BLOOD-BORNE PATHOGENS- HEARTSAVER
• FAMILY & FRIENDS CPR
We offer training courses for providers such as:

• DAY CARE WORKERS
• DDS
• All MEDCIAL
• TEACHERS
• FOSTER CARE PROVIDERS
• LIFEGUARDS
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• YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS
• COACHES OF YOUTH SPORTS
• CAMP COUNSELORS
• BABYSITTERS
• AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS


The Family & Friends course covering cpr and choking basics for infants, children and adults is available at your location in as little a couple of hours. This is highly recommended for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and guardians.
CPR & First Aid Training courses is to be one of the leading courses of on-site training in saving lives.
• Local (large and small) corporations certify and re-certify employees with CPR & First Aid Training in Southeast Texas.
• Ask your employer, teacher, or professor which type of certification card is needed for compliance.
• Refer to course information to choose the right courses to fit your needs.
• Get certified, schedule a class! We are here to help.