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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a technique for saving lives when the heart unexpectedly stops beating, known as cardiac arrest. When the heart stops, it fails to pump blood to the body's major organs, including the brain. These organs need the oxygen contained in blood to survive, and without it, severe brain damage will occur within four minutes, and the victim will die within ten minutes. CPR manually pumps blood to deliver oxygen to the organs.
To perform CPR today, according to the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, rescuers should follow these steps: Check the victim for responsiveness and determine if they have a pulse. If there is no pulse, rescuers should have another bystander call 911 while they begin CPR immediately.
1. Kneel above the victim's chest and place the hands on top of one another in the center of the victim's chest.
2. Perform rapid compressions at a rate of 2 per second, or approximately 120 per minute. Pump the chest at least 2 inches downward with each compression.
3. If the victim is not breathing naturally, the rescuer should open the airway by tilting the head back, then deliver one rescue breath and observe if the victim's chest rises and if the breath returns. If it does not, give a second rescue breath, then return to performing compressions.
4. Alternate compressions with rescue breathing at a rate of 30 compressions to 2 rescue breaths, or 15:2 if two rescuers are present.
CPR aids the body in pumping blood to the organs, but restarting the heart requires an automated external defibrillator (AED). These devices are available in public areas like airports, subway stations, libraries, schools, parks, shopping malls, and sports arenas. After delivering five cycles of chest compressions, a rescuer should go to retrieve an AED, or they may send another bystander to bring one to the scene. AEDs are voice-automated, guiding the rescuer through each step of use. After using the AED, rescuers should confirm that the victim's pulse returns before they stop delivering chest compressions. Continue rescue breathing if the victim is not breathing on their own.
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Any first aid course should include basic techniques for treating accidental injuries like wounds, poisoning, poisoning, burns, choking, seizures, and more. In addition, first aid should prevent further harm and assist in treatment until further medical assistance is available. Individuals can learn first aid procedures in online and in-person classes. It is important to note that free CPR and first aid classes typically do not provide certification. Taking a Red Cross CPR and First Aid or AHA-approved course is best to earn nationally recognized certification.
Basic life support (BLS), CPR, and first aid classes are offered across North Carolina and in numerous locations in the main centers like Greenville and Wilmington. In-person courses also are offered at community centers, hospitals, swimming pools, and community health organizations. Online classes are an excellent option for people who do not live in an area where courses are offered or for busy professionals who find it difficult to schedule in-person courses.
Individuals should note that free CPR classes are informative but do not offer certification upon completion. To receive first aid and CPR certification, paid courses are available online for a small fee. Certification courses will cover core competencies and more specialized procedures like child or infant CPR.
The best way to enhance CPR and first aid skills, especially for healthcare providers, is to stay current with certification renewals. A CPR certification card will always list the expiration date, and individuals should ensure that they renew their training within that timeframe. People interested in additional training should consider a first responder course or specialized courses on baby first aid or mental health first aid in addition to their CPR and first aid certification.
In addition to in-person classes offered throughout the main cities in North Carolina, individuals can renew their CPR certification online. An online certification is an appealing option for medical professionals, people in remote locations where classes are not regularly held, or people with busy schedules who prefer to complete CPR and first aid training at their own pace.
