Give the first rescue breath — lasting one second — and watch to see if the chest rises. If the chest rises, give a second breath. If the chest doesn't rise, repeat the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver and then give a second breath. Thirty chest compressions followed by two rescue breaths is considered one cycle.
The seven steps of CPR are as follows: check for Danger, call for Help, check the Victim's Airway, give Two Rescue Breaths, perform Chest Compressions, switch Roles with the Compressor (if available), and continue Compressions until Advanced Medical help arrives.
The seven steps of CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) involve checking the scene and the person, calling 911 for assistance, opening the airway, checking for breathing, chest compressions, delivering rescue breaths, and repeating CPR steps.
CPR ratio for one-person CPR is 30 compressions to 2 breaths ▪ Single rescuer: use 2 fingers, 2 thumb-encircling technique or the heel of 1 hand. After each compression, allow complete chest recoil. the person becomes responsive.
Determine unresponsiveness. Responder 1: open Airway and check Breathing and Circulation for a maximum of 5 to 10 seconds. Responder 2: maintain airway, then position and seal mask. Responder 1: give 2 ventilations (each lasting 1 second) until chest starts to rise.
Chest Compressions
The compression-ventilation ratio for 1- and 2-rescuer CPR is 15 compressions to 2 ventilations when the victim's airway is unprotected (not intubated) (Class IIb).
Adults: 30 compressions to 2 breaths and a depth of 2 inches, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Children: 15 compressions to 2 breaths and 1.5 inches deep for children, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. A simple lifesaving action can make a difference between life and death in an emergency.
The 2010 CPR Guidelines rearranged the order of CPR steps.
Now, instead of A-B-C, which stands for airway and breathing first followed by chest compressions, the American Heart Association wants rescuers to practice C-A-B: chest compressions first, then airway and breathing. Some have asked, why did CPR change?
The chain of survival consists of four key steps: early recognition and activation of the emergency response system, early CPR, rapid defibrillation, and advanced life support.
Push hard, push fast. Compress the chest at least 2 inches. Compress at least 100 times per minute. Let the chest rise completely before pushing down again.
Giving CPR
Continue giving sets of 30 chest compressions and 2 breaths. Use an AED as soon as one is available! Minimize interruptions to chest compressions to less than 10 seconds.
First rescuer performs cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths. When second rescuer returns, perform cycles of 15 compressions and 2 breaths.
Two-person CPR for the adult victim will be 30 compressions to 2 breaths. Two-person CPR ratio for the child and infant will be 15 compressions to 2 breaths. Finger placement for the Infant changes to Two-Thumb Technique.
About the Two-Person CPR Method
One of the rescuers is positioned near the chest area while the other one is positioned near the head of the victim. This position allows quick position changing. Switching regularly and quickly ensures that the depth and the rate of compressions are adequate.
Push hard, push fast in the middle of the chest at least 2 inches deep and at a rate of at least 100 compressions per minute. Person must be on a firm, flat surface.
The three basic parts of CPR are easily remembered as "CAB": C for compressions, A for airway, and B for breathing. C is for compressions. Chest compressions can help the flow of blood to the heart, brain, and other organs.
The Links in the Chain of Survival
Early Access to the emergency response system. Early CPR to support circulation to the heart and brain until normal heart activity is restored; Early Defibrillation to treat cardiac arrest caused by Ventricular Fibrillation; and. Early Advanced Care by EMS and hospital personnel.
4 Essential Steps of First Aid: Assess, Plan, Implement, Evaluate.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency procedure that can help save a person's life if their breathing or heart stops.
Place the heel of your hand on the centre of the person's chest, then place the palm of your other hand on top and press down by 5 to 6cm (2 to 2.5 inches) at a steady rate of 100 to 120 compressions a minute. After every 30 chest compressions, give 2 rescue breaths.