How to perform CPR - A Step-by-Step Guide
Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute・2 minutes read
In a situation where someone collapses and is unresponsive, immediate action should be taken by checking for responses, calling emergency services, locating a defibrillator, and ensuring airway and breathing before starting CPR. CPR should be performed by pushing hard and fast on the chest, giving rescue breaths, and maintaining effective communication with bystander support for a smooth handover and minimizing interruptions.
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- When responding to a medical emergency like someone collapsing, it is crucial to follow specific steps such as checking for responsiveness, calling emergency services promptly, locating a defibrillator, and ensuring airway and breathing are clear before starting CPR.
- Proper CPR technique involves firm and rapid chest compressions, along with rescue breaths, administered in a specific manner. Effective communication with bystanders is essential to maintain a seamless process and minimize interruptions during life-saving efforts.
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Recent questions
How should I respond to someone who collapses?
The initial steps involve ensuring safety, checking for response, and calling emergency services if unresponsive. Locate the nearest defibrillator and check airway and breathing before starting CPR.
What are the essential steps before starting CPR?
Before starting CPR, ensure airway is clear, check for breathing, and place hands on the center of the chest for compressions.
How do I perform CPR effectively?
To perform CPR effectively, interlock arms, push hard and fast on the chest, and administer rescue breaths by tilting the head back and forming a seal over the person's mouth.
What is the rate of compressions per minute during CPR?
The rate of compressions per minute during CPR should be between 100-120 to be effective in providing circulation to the person in need.
Why is effective communication with bystander support important during CPR?
Effective communication with bystander support is crucial to ensure a smooth handover and minimize interruptions during CPR, ultimately increasing the chances of a successful outcome for the person in need.
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Essential Steps for CPR and Defibrillator Use
- In case of someone collapsing and being unresponsive, the initial steps involve ensuring safety, checking for response by asking questions and pinching shoulders, and if unresponsive, calling emergency services at 000 in Australia. It is crucial to locate the nearest defibrillator once bystander support arrives. Checking the airway, ensuring no obstructions, and assessing breathing by observing chest rise and listening for normal breathing are essential steps before starting CPR.
- Performing CPR involves placing hands on the center of the chest, interlocking arms, and pushing hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Rescue breaths can be administered by tilting the head back, pinching the nose, forming a seal over the person's mouth, and providing two breaths before returning to chest compressions. Effective communication with bystander support for a smooth handover is vital to minimize interruptions during CPR.
