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Being away from home and in a great city like Washington, D.C. certainly has major perks. From staying up till 4 a.m. without having mom or dad breathing down your neck, to having a current member of the CIA lecture one of your classes, GW offers a lot. Yet, sometimes the simple pleasures of home do not follow you to college. One of these is the school nurse being a quick walk down the hall, or your parents being able to take you to the doctor. This page is designed to help you stay prepared regarding basic first aid skills, and to help keep you and your friends safe. |
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Fire Extinguisher |
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When you move into your dorm at GWU, it is very important to locate the fire extinguisher on your floor, or buy one for the from if you feel that is necessary. Make sure it is up to code, and that you understand how to use the fire extinguisher. |
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AED Kit |
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The AED kit is also a valuable life-saving device. These kits are meant to help restart an individual’s heart if it stops. Ultimately, someone who is certified to use an AED kit can only use it in case of an emergency. However, it is also important that everyone knows where the AED kit is located in their dorm. Don’t worry, these kits are so easy to understand that a 3rd grader could work it without a problem. Each kit provides a very simple set of instructions to follow on how to properly use the AED. Remember, using an AED can save someone’s life! |
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First Aid Kit |
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Another important item to have is your own First Aid Kit, or one for the room. Make sure that the kit is always well stocked in case of any emergency. You can buy a complete emergency kit in a CVS pharmacy if you need one. |
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Important Numbers |
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Here is a list of important phone numbers that you should have in your cell phone in case of emergencies: Student Health: (202) 994-6827 EMERG: (202) 994-6111 University Police Department: (202) 994-6110 Metropolitan Police Department: (Non Emergency): 311 or (202) 737-4404 (Emergency): 911 George Washington University Hospital Emergency Room: (202) 741-4911 Foggy Bottom Fire Department:(202) 673-3223 Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 |
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Lastly, if you are interested in learning more about first aid treatment or how to learn the skills of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), GW offers courses on basic first aid certifications, CPR certifications, as well as EMT certification courses. Also, check out the American Red Cross website for more information on these classes in DC. |
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