CPR - should be mandatory in HS

nj2011mom
Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:07:04 +0000

The studies are showing that early chest compressions are the most important issue. Keeping blood flowing through the brain is the most important issue.

This link is a good primer:

[CPR illustrated in three simple steps](CPR illustrated in three simple steps)

The issue with the AED is knowing the basics, even though it is well illustrated. The 2 critical issues are (1) pad placement. You want the shock to deliver through the heart and (2) standing clear of the patient so you don’t get more patients.