9 - CPR Overview

CPR
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Newest updates include starting compressions ASAP
Rate= at least 100
RECOIL
Minimize interruptions
Rotate compressors every 2 minutes
Push at least 2 inches
Compressions First!
• Head tilt Chin lift
• If any suspicion of spinal injury,
use jaw thrust
Airway
• Allow just enough assistance to allow chest to move
• Avoid hyperventilating
Breathing
• Use as soon as available
• AED’s are very common in airports, restaurants, and
many public places
• Only two shockable rhythms
Defibrillation
Reversible Causes
Family Presence