The same steps are taught in school as in a regular CPR class. The basic steps are contained in the 3 C's which are Check, Call & Care. * Check: Check scene for safety and check victim. * Call: Call 911. * Care: Care for the conditions you find; CPR 30 compressions, 2 breaths.
See the related link for the 3 easy steps to CPR.
"The doctor performed CPR on the patient who went into cardiac arrest."
Some schools teach CPR as part of their health class curriculum.
Contact the local ARC and ask when & where the next CPR class will be taught.
The "C" step; it stands for circulation. If no circulation, start CPR.
Yes you can perform CPR on a person with an artificial heart valve. There is no difference on the CPR procedure with an artificial valve.
The basic steps for adult and child CPR are exactly the same. Within the steps, the following are different:Do not tip the head of a child as far as an adultDo not breathe out as much air for a childDo not compress the chest as far down for a childPerform 2 minutes of CPR before activating the EMS if you are alone for a child
Her high school might actually offer CPR training - this is becoming more common. In any case, while there may not be a specific program for her high school she would be welcome to attend a regular CPR class.
Red Cross protocols on CPR and AED are: # For CPR if signs of life are not present start CPR immediately. You will need to follow the basic steps of Check Call Care. # For AED when available immediately stop CPR and attach it to the victim. Follow the directions of the AED.
I believe the legal requirements are to give CPR as you were taught; no more & no less. I understand some teach hands only CPR and if you know and are certified in that technique, then use it. As a professional rescuer, it is not allowed.
Initiate the steps for any emergent health situation.
yes and there is CPR too.