Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Words to Know Cardiac Arrest- Sudden, unexpected loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness. 3 C’s- Check, Call, Care CPR- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Asphyxiciation- Choking AED- Automated External Defibrillator

Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates Signs and Symptoms Mouth to mouth or hands on double the chances of living. Chances of living are reduce 7 to 10% with every minute of delay until AED is used. Only 1/3 bystanders intervene. Signs and Symptoms Sudden loss of responsiveness. Sudden Collapse No Pulse No Breathing Loss of consciousness Fatigue or irregular/rapid heartbeat

Steps 1. Secure the scene. Make sure you are out of harms way. Check for safety hazard such as traffic, fire, down power lines, etc. If they are in danger, move them quickly and carefully. Keep their neck as immobile as possible when moving the victim.

Steps Cont… 2. Check for consciousness 3. Look, listen and feel. Tap the victim and shout for attention. If no response, call 911 and then… 3. Look, listen and feel. Watch to see if the chest is moving. Listen and feel for any signs of breathing. Feel for a pulse: Carotid artery (in neck) or brachial artery (in arm). DO NOT USE YOUR THUMB!!!

Administering CPR Position victim for breaths/compressions Make sure the victim is face up Tilt the head back, pinch the nose and perform two rescue breaths. You should see the chest rise. Chest compressions. Perform 30 chest compressions at a depth of 2 inches and a rate of 100 times per minute. The heel of the hand should be pushed in the center of the chest.

AED Use Automated External Defibrillator Only effective treatment for restoring regular heart rhythm Locations Schools: Front office Look for signs in malls and other high traffic areas