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Articles by Steroplast Healthcare
Articles by Steroplast Healthcare
12 August 2022
Defibrillator Position and Placement: How to Get it Right
Most AEDs are capable of detecting whether the pads are in the right position on the body. But when attending to someone in cardiac arrest, every second counts.
Earlier defibrillation increases survival rates, so knowing where to put a defibrillator on the chest will help you give someone else a better chance of resuscitation.
12 August 2022
Where is my Nearest Defibrillator? Find a Defibrillator Near You
In the UK, there are more than 60,000 cardiac arrests that occur outside of a hospital each year. But the survival rate is very low at only one in 10 people. Many lives saved from cardiac arrest rely on one of the 10,000 public access defibrillators in the UK.
Ensuring members of the public have access to nearby defibrillators anywhere they go gives victims of cardiac arrest the best possible opportunity for survival.
12 August 2022
Safety During Defibrillation with an AED
An AED delivers an electrical current to the heart in order to help its natural pacemaker start back up and begin the sinus rhythm (the normal heartbeat) when someone is in cardiac arrest. AED’s are usually extremely safe to use, having been designed to be handled by an untrained person in a stressful situation.
But there are a few important safety considerations when using a defibrillator, and knowing about these beforehand will assist significantly in a crisis situation where every second matters. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most common questions to do with safety during defibrillation, as well as some defibrillator maintenance advice.
12 August 2022
Steroplast Fabric Plasters Voted Best in the UK by Which?
We were thrilled to find out today that Steroplast Premium Elastic Fabric Plasters were the winners of a rigorous test conducted by Which? to find out which plaster is number one in the UK for longevity and affordability.
Which? is a major non-profit, 100% independent organisation dedicated to protecting consumers by reviewing UK products for safety, quality, and cost.
Here's the full article on which plaster stays put the longest where Which? pits Steroplast's fabric plasters against three other major plaster brands. One of the contenders was Elastoplast, a national favourite for plaster consumers with the other two big brands being Tesco and Boots.
11 August 2022
How to Wash Eyes at an Eyewash Station
When the eye is contaminated, whether by a sharp object flying into it, being splashed with a harmful cleaning product, or any other instance in which the eye is compromised, you need to take immediate action.
Find out how to use a plumbed or portable eyewash station to wash your eye or help someone with an eyewash.
11 August 2022
What Are Sani-Cloth® AF Wipes Used for?
Sani-Cloth® AF wipes (formerly known as PDI Sani-Cloth Universal Wipes) are disposable disinfectant wipes used in a range of settings. The wipes are made with a formula that kills a broad spectrum of potentially infectious agents. They’re also made with a detergent that cleans simultaneously as disinfects.
Sani-Cloth AF® wipes are intended for use on virtually any non-porous surface and can be used in many different environments from hospitals to care homes to dental clinics, vet clinics, beauty salons, and more.
In this article, we’ve broken down the uses of Sani-Cloth AF® disinfectant wipes.
10 August 2022
Do Surgical Masks Work? The Effectiveness of Wearing Face Masks Against Infection Transmission
Long periods of wear and difficulty reading others’ facial expressions has led people to wonder whether surgical masks work, wanting to know that they are wearing face masks for good reason.
Here, we look at some evidence for the effectiveness of surgical face masks and respirators.
10 August 2022
How to Use a Triangular Bandage
Everything you need to know about triangular bandages usage. Follow our detailed guide and step-by-step instructions for how to use triangular bandages for a wide range of first aid purposes, including arm slings and improvised tourniquets.
10 August 2022
Instant Ice Packs: FAQs Answered
We cover everything you need to know about using instant ice packs for cold therapy, and answer your most frequently asked questions about them.
10 August 2022
What Business Owners Need to Know about Accident Report Books
Are you a UK business owner or employer? Read this article for everything you need to know about your legal responsibilities regarding accident reporting in the workplace. We cover the UK legislation, and health and safety guidance, and take you through how to complete an accident report form accurately to make sure you’re compliant with the law.