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CPR : a technique you should know |
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CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is an emergency life-saving procedure used on someone who is not breathing and has no pulse. A trained rescuer fills the victim's lungs with air and administers chest compressions to pump blood from the heart through the body. Thousands of lives are saved each year through the timely use of resuscitation techniques.
CPR is a procedure that must be properly and promptly performed until emergency medical help arrives. Certification is required to be qualified to give CPR. St John's Ambulance sets the standards for CPR certification. CPR classes are held in all Certificate swimming courses, for Ambulance and medical training and courses are available to the public. The most popular class is the adult CPR. Information is provided on the signs and symptoms of a stroke or heart attack as well as ways to reduce your risk of developing these problems. Instruction is given on how to properly: - open an unconscious adult's airway
- remove a foreign body from the airway
- restart breathing and
- give chest compressions
Instruction classes are also available for infant and child CPR. It is important that a special class be taken for these age groups because the procedures are different. Some classes combine the training for both the adult CPR and infant and child CPR certifications. CPR classes can provide you with the skills to save a life. Even if you are not trained in CPR, you can still notify the emergency medical system that help is needed. Do this by calling 000 for immediate advice and assistance. Article #6108 Copyright (c) 2002 McKesson. All Rights Reserved. |
