CPR saves lives!!
This class is specifically designed for anyone: teachers, caregivers, babysitters, moms, dads, sisters, brother, healthcare professionals (Doctors, Physician Assistants, Nurses, EMTs, Paramedics, Dentists, Dental Assistants, etc.) and those entering a program of study in the medical field. This class is for initial & renewal students. Course completion cards are issued upon completion of the course and are valid for two years.
What is CPR?
CPR – or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating. Immediate CPR can double or triple the chances of survival after cardiac arrest.
The American Heart Association invites you to share our vision: a world where no one dies from cardiac arrest. Every year, 350,000 people die from cardiac arrest in the United States. Big number. Bigger opportunity. With your help, we can bring that number down to zero.
Immediate CPR can double or triple chances of survival after cardiac arrest.
High-Quality CPR Saves Lives
High-quality CPR is the primary component in influencing survival from cardiac arrest. To save more lives, healthcare providers must be competent in delivering high-quality CPR, and patient care teams must be coordinated and competent working together effectively.
High-quality CPR performance metrics include:
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Chest compression fraction >80%
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Compression rate of 100-120/min
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Compression depth of at least 50 mm (2 inches) in adults and at least 1/3 the AP dimension of the chest in infants and children
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No excessive ventilation
Medfusioninkk training programs help you achieve this level of competency through both individual and team skills practice and testing in a variety of real-world circumstances and settings.
BLS
BLS stands for Basic Life Support, which is a type of CPR course that is specifically designed for healthcare professionals. BLS courses cover similar material to basic CPR courses, but they go into greater depth and detail, and they are designed for people who may need to perform CPR or other life-saving interventions as part of their job.
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How to recognize when BLS is necessary
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The proper technique for performing high-quality CPR, including chest compressions and rescue breaths
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How to use an automated external defibrillator (AED)
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How to perform BLS on infants, children, and adults
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How to manage choking emergencies
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The use of specialized equipment such as bag valve masks and advanced airway management devices
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Team dynamics and communication in the context of resuscitation