P7 Rookie Lifesaving

19  P7 pupils from P6/7 and P7 went to a Rookie Lifesaving Event at RGU. The event consisted of a session in the pool, then we learnt to do first aid, and lastly we got to try doing CPR on dummies!

In the Pool

In the pool we started off using the pool buoys. We had to chuck them into the pool for the person to catch. Then they had to turn onto their back and kick. We had to reel the ropes in and the chuck them into the pool. The person in the water had to catch the rope and get pulled in. After that we learnt how to do jumps into the water. You would use them if you were trying to save somebody!

First Aid

When we started the First Aid the first thing we learnt how to do was a broken arm sling, then an elevation sling which supports the shoulder if you have broken your collarbone or hurt your shoulder. After that we learnt how to bandage a cut on the head or arm.

CPR

CPR stands for Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation. We learnt how to do chest compressions, mouth to mouth, checking the airway and DR ABC it means Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing and Circulation. I think everybody enjoyed themselves and learnt new things!

By Molly

Source: P7 Room 22