basic cpr skills

Basic CPR skillsBy: Sonia Sanchez

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men & women

Chances of survival increased with quality CPR Compressions Chest recoil & avoid

hyperventilation

Compression technique, Head-Tilt-Chin with mouth-to-mouth

Types of mouth barriers

Compression Ventilation Ratios

1-Rescuer ratio 30:2 2-Rescuer ratio 15:2

Child survival 50% higher with bystander CPR than EMS

Look, listen, and feel Bring compression depth down

Chest compression techniques in infants

1. Place 2 fingers on breast bone.

2. Press 1/3-1/2 the depth of the chest. 3. Watch for recoil.

Foreign bodies may cause mild to severe airway obstructions

Mild Airway Obstruction:1. Good air exchange2. Responsive & can

cough3. May wheeze

Severe Airway Obstruction:

1. Poor air exchange2. Weak cough

3. Respiratory difficulty4. Turning blue

Early recognition is key•Stand/kneel behind victim.•Make fist w/ 1 hand.•Place thumb side against abdomen•Grasp fist w/ other hand & give quick thrust.

Relieving choking in an infant under age 1

•Hold infant prone, head lower than chest.•Deliver 5 back slaps forcefully.•Turn & give 5 chest slaps (1sec) & repeat.

Sequence of actions after relief•Feel air movement & chest rise w/ breaths.•See & remove foreign body from pharynx.•Encourage victim to seek medical attention.

ConclusionRemember that quality CPR can improve a victim’s

chances of survival. Know how to recognize the signs of choking and how to relieve.