Nurse-cop aids unconscious child
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A police officer who is also a registered nurse administered first aid to a child who suddenly became weak and lost consciousness at a store in Barangay Bannawag Norte, Santiago City, Isabela.
Police Cpl. Charlie Vicente of the Santiago City Mobile Force Company responded to the incident and provided initial medical assistance, including applying a cold compress, before turning the child over to Rescue 911 for further assessment and treatment.
The child’s older companion also assisted during the incident.
The Police Regional Office 2 identified Vicente as a registered nurse whose medical training enabled him to provide immediate assistance while waiting for emergency responders.