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This manual is developed for use within advanced first aid, CPR, and AED training courses offered through the Emergency Care & Safety Institute. <p>Based on the 2010 International Consensus Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC), Advanced First Aid, CPR, and AED, Sixth Edition is ideal for use within college-level courses designed to certify individuals in first aid, CPR, and AED. More than a stand-alone text, this student manual is the center of an integrated teaching and learning system that offers many resources to better support instructors and prepare students. This manual includes: <br>Coverage of the 2010 CPR and ECC Guidelines: Clear, concise direction on how to perform CPR and use an AED during an emergency. <br>Current information on injuries and illnesses: Core information for first aiders presented in a clear and straightforward format. <br>Skill Drills: Offer step-by-step explanations and visual summaries of important skills. <br>Emergency Care Wrap-Up Tables: Provide a concise summary of what signs first aiders should look for and what treatment steps they should take.