At last, the long awaited change has happened. Just announced in the 3rd Quarter The Responder (PADI Americas): Emergency First Response (EFR) Compression Only CPR Program Compression-only CPR, performed by providing continuous chest compressions without stopping to provide ventilations, has been proven effective in treating patients with sudden cardiac arrest. This practice is effective because it circulates unused oxygen left in the patients lungs to the bodys vital organs. There are additional benefits to compression-only CPR. There are fewer steps than traditional CPR, making it easier for rescuers to remember them and for emergency dispatch personnel to instruct over the phone. Additionally, those fearing disease transmission may feel more comfortable providing chest compressions without rescue breaths. Without a doubt, providing compression-only CPR is better in an emergency than doing nothing at all. Effective immediately, EFR Instructors can now offer compression-only CPR training using the current CPR & AED Participant Manual and Instructor Guide.
Posted on: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 22:41:55 +0000
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