1. American Heart Association
Hands-Only CPR

2. The GOOD SAMARITAN legislation is designed to minimize the fear of possible legal consequences of doing CPR when help is given “in good faith” during an emergency in the community.

3. 1. Tap and Shout
Secure the scene before you enter.

4. 2. Look, Listen, and Feel
Look for no breathing or only gasping

5. 3. Yell for help Send someone to phone 911
If alone, leave victim and call 911, or use cell phone
Provide EMS with current address
Provide phone number for EMS to contact

6. 4. Start Chest Compressions
Push down about 2 inches
Let the chest come back up to its normal position
Ensure that compressions are performed at a rate of 100 beats per minute
Continue compressions until the victim begins breathing again or emergency personnel arrives

7. 5. Locate the nearest AED

8. 6. When AED arrives, turn it ON and follow prompts
Adjust victim’s clothing to enable pad-to-skin contact
Open pad package and plug in pad connector
Peel pad backing and apply both pads.
Wait and stand clear as AED performs analysis
In instructed, press shock button.