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Stephen Bernhard

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returns 12/31/2009

Expertise

I can assist with answering or finding the answers to questions involving first aid, CPR, emergency first response, and general procedures of the emergency medical services (not specific to any specific organization, but I may be able to shed some light on why they do the things they do).

Experience in the area

I am a former EMT-Basic, Police Officer whose duties included medical first response,Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillator instructor, Bloodborne pathogens instructor, and I have taught hundreds of students, including hospital, fire and rescue, and police personnel.

Education/Credentials

EMT- Basic certification, American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) and Emergency Care and Safety Institute (ECSI) certified Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor-Trainer, Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy certified. I also own and direct HSTA LLC, a BLS instruction company in Southwest Ohio, which also serves as a certified training center through ASHI and an educational center through ECSI.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

The layperson is the true first responder to a majority of emergencies. Whether at home, work school.... The ordinary person can do extraordinary things to save lives with just a little knowledge and confidence. CPR and first aid trained people prove that time and time again.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	T	P	Comments
Ghada	01/05/09	10	10	10	10
jana	08/27/07	10	10	10	10	Thank you very much. You really answered .....
Elena	08/23/07	10	10	10	10	Thank you very much, that puts my .....
giulia	08/19/07	10	10	10	10
becky	08/09/07	10	10	10	10	Thank you for your prompt reply.

Recent Answers from Stephen Bernhard

2008-01-01 Wilderness First Aid:

Hi Joe, I was unable to locate anyone in the available in the Akron area that teaches this course. Below I have 2 links for you to search the centers affiliated with ASHI and ECSI. As I am unfamiliar

2007-08-23 Slit wrists:

Hi Elena, Thank you for the clarification. However, due to the fact that others can view the questions and answers, I still can not answer the method question. I can say, however, that there is

2007-08-23 Slit wrists:

Hi Elena, Unfortunately, I am unable to answer your question due to both moral and ethical reasons. I will not answer questions regarding "proper" suicide techniques. I am truly sorry, and would

2007-08-19 diplaced organs:

Hi Giulia, This is a very good and interesting question. You are absolutely right that first aid providers are trained to do this (not push them back in), but are oftentimes not told the specific reasons

2007-08-12 numb index due to deep palm cut:

Hi Seth, I must admit that the situation which you describe is beyond the scope of the first aid caregiver. The numbness might be related to trauma to the nerves in your hand. I am sorry that I

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