Compression Only CPR
What would you do if an adult collapsed in front of you and was unconscious? Even if you're not trained in CPR, don't worry! Just call 911 and start fast hard chest compressions. Click on the video above to learn how to do Compression-Only CPR in a matter of minutes.
Full CPR with rescue breathing is still the standard for CPR, but if you are not trained or not willing to perform full CPR, then compression-only CPR can be an effective alternative. Doing some CPR is much better than not doing CPR at all.
"In any life-threatening emergency, the most important thing a bystander can do is call 9-1-1 right away. If you witness an adult that suddenly becomes unconscious and shows no signs of life (normal breathing and movement) and you are not confident in your ability to perform full CPR, Compression-Only CPR should be performed," says David Markenson, MD, Chair American Red Cross Advisory Council on First Aid, Aquatics, Safety and Preparedness.
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