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Asthma Management Program
A Healthy Inspiration
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
March 1, June 7, September 6, December 6, 2008
Hylton Education Center (Garden Level of Potomac Hospital)
Free. To register call Potomac's Health Connection at (703) 221-2500 or register online.
This workshop is designed to help adults, children and parents/caregivers learn to manage asthma. Includes information on how asthma affects the body, how to control it by recognizing signs, symptoms and your triggers, and use of controller/maintenance and "rescue" medications. A respiratory therapist will demonstrate proper use and maintenance of equipment including inhalers, nebulizers, spacers and peak flow meters. For adults, parents and children (six years and older).
Asthma Update and Management Group Programs
Free. To arrange a presentation call (703) 670-1877 or (540) 659-1800, ext. 1877.
Asthma Update and Management programs for schools, daycare providers and camp programs train those working with children to recognize the early warning signs and help children manage an asthma attack. Information on how asthma affects the body, how to control it recognizing triggers, and using medications is also included. Offered on location for groups of 10 or more. Certified trainers are also available to present the American Lung Association's Tools for Schools and Open Airways programs.
NEW! Family & Friends CPR
Adult, Child and Infant CPR with optional First Aid for Children
Thursdays, 6:00 to 9:45 p.m.
January 17, February 21, March 13, April 10, May 15, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 23, November 13, December 18, 2008
$40 per person. To register call Potomac's Health Connection at (703) 221-2500 or register online.
This class is designed for those who want to learn adult, infant and child CPR and choking procedures for personal use. A tear–out attendance card is included in the booklet. Written and skills evaluations are not part of this class, and an American Heart Association credentials card is not issued.
Health and Wellness Group Presentations
Free. To arrange a presentation call (703) 670-1877 or (540) 649-1800, ext. 1877.
Our health educators are available to make presentations to groups of 10 children or more on such popular topics as skin cancer prevention, healthy snacking, portion distortion, first aid basics, safety, and small steps to a healthier you! These 30 to 60 minute programs are free of charge.
Heartsaver CPR & Pediatric First Aid
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
January 19, March 15, May 17, July 26, September 20, November 15, 2008
$110 per person. To register call Potomac's Health Connection at (703) 221-2500 or register online.
This American Heart Association course teaches adult, child and infant CPR; relief of choking; and how to manage illness and injuries in a child in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. This class is ideal for those involved in child care that have a duty to respond to a first aid emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements, such as child care workers, teachers, foster care workers, camp counselors, and coaches for children’s sports organizations. A 2-year credential will be issued upon successful completion of a skills demonstration.
Heartsaver CPR For Teens (Ages 12-18)
Wednesday, June 25, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 19, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hylton Education Center (Garden Level of Potomac Hospital)
$50. To register call Potomac's Health Connection at (703) 221-2500 or register online.
In this course teenagers, ages 12 to 15, will learn adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques. An optional segment on automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) may be added if time allows. A skills demonstration is required. A two-year Heartsaver card will be issued upon successful completion of the class.
Safe Sitter
Saturdays, 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
April 19 & 26, 2008
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
June 17 & 19; July 8 & 10; July 29 & 31, 2008
Hylton Education Center (Garden Level of Potomac Hospital)
$100. To register call Potomac's Health Connection at (703) 221-2500 or register online.
This program for 11- to 13-year-olds is designed to prepare young people for the responsibility of taking care of young children. Interactive format covers many aspects of babysitting including how to handle emergency situations and behavior problems, plus safety tips for the sitter.
Children's Pre-Op Tours
For children who need surgery
By appointment.
Century Surgical Services, 2280 Opitz Boulevard, Suite 100, Woodbridge (in the Century Medical Building on the campus of Potomac Hospital)
Free. To arrange a tour or for more information call Potomac Hospital's Century Surgical Services at (703) 730-4605 or (703) 730-4620 from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. or e-mail us at teddytour@potomachospital.com.
These Tours are for children who are having surgery at Potomac Hospital. On the tour, children will talk with a nurse about what happens during surgery, visit the recovery room, and look at blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, surgical gowns, masks and other essentials. The tour lasts about 30 minutes, and children leave with a bag of goodies and an added measure of courage to face the big day
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