CPR
With Intellisense CPR Feedback from Cardiac Science, providing effective CPR compressions is now within reach.
As we get better at tracking incidences of sudden cardiac arrest and identifying the factors which increase survival rates, it becomes clear there is a need for bystander involvement.
On November 2, 2013, a vibrant 19‐year‐old Mechanicsburg, PA girl passed away without warning…
In February, two central Wisconsin fire departments, Wausau and Stevens Point, issued a friendly challenge to see which department could train the most participants in hands-only CPR
Finding your pet not breathing or with his heart not beating can be a terrifying experience, but there are things you can do.
A Look at the Strangely-Intermingled Relationship between Heroin and other Opiate-induced Overdoses and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Heroin overdoses are on the rise all across the United States. This is due to recent governmental policies which restrict access to prescription opioid medications. While these recent initiatives have been implemented with great intentions for public safety, an unintended rebound effect of heroin flooding the streets of major cities all across the United States is currently in progress. With the prevalence of these increased numbers of overdoses coinciding with the media attention given by the recent New Hampshire primaries, the nation is becoming …
As happens every five years, the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Emergency Cardiovascular Care Committee and the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) have announced updated recommended guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC). There were no major changes for out of hospital cardiac arrest procedures from the last guidelines update in 2010 , but there are some tweaks to the basic processes used for CPR. The “Chain of Survival” is still the same: call for help (EMS, 9-1-1); immediately begin CPR with effective chest compressions; rapid defibrillation (AED); effective advanced life support; and integrated post-cardiac arrest care. …
There are more than 100 million people in the USA who either have no health insurance or live in areas where access to doctors or even basic healthcare services is extremely limited. When there is an inability to obtain primary care or basic health services, the access to preventive measures becomes severely limited. This, in turn, helps to add to the high cost of health care in our nation. This year America’s Health Centers are celebrating 50 years of success in delivering healthcare for those in need. For more than 30 years, the National Association of Community Health Centers …
Importance of CPR Though the vast majority of adults have reported receiving CPR training at some point in their life,[I] bystander CPR response for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims is uncommon.[ii] For instance, in one study of 3,053 out-of-hospital cardiac arrest events, only 33% of the victims received bystander CPR.[iii] While dispatchers can help encourage bystanders to perform CPR, bystander intervention remains low, is of poor quality, delayed, and many bystanders fail to recognize cardiac arrest symptoms.[iv] CPR saves lives.[v][vi] In a study of 1,297 people with witnessed out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, physicians Richard O. Cummins, MD, MPH and Mickey S. Eisenberg, …
So, you’ve recently purchased an AED. You’ve unpacked it, set it up, and have pretty much figured out how to use it. You are fairly certain you are ready for a cardiac emergency, but are you 100% sure? After all, we are talking about a piece of medical equipment. What if you could increase your knowledge and confidence and be absolutely sure you can handle a situation where someone goes down and needs immediate help? Having an AED is a perfect start, but an AED is only part of the equation. Someone will have to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) …
Maine lawmakers have introduced House Bill LD556 which would require public schools to offer hands-only CPR to high school students. Legislators were joined by members of the American Heart Association® and community representatives in showing support for the bill. The goal, according to the bill’s sponsor Representative Matt Pouliot, is to create a generation of lifesavers in Maine. We notice a trend here (and if you’ve been reading our blog lately, you might have noticed a trend too!). Depending on how quickly the bill passes muster, Maine could become the 23rd state with such a law on the books. With several …
West Virginia has joined the growing list of states to enact a law making CPR training mandatory for high school graduation. Governor Earl Ray Tomblin signed the bill at a special ceremony in Charleston attended by American Heart Association staff and board members. The bill is called “CPR in Schools” and will facilitate a new generation of potential life savers. West Virginia is now the 21st state to effectuate a law making CPR training mandatory for high school graduating students. We need more states to follow suit. Other states requiring CPR training for graduation are Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, …
Are you considering a career as a CPR Instructor? Have you recently gotten your CPR Instructor certification? Are you currently certified to teach CPR? Are you looking to upgrade your existing CPR manikins? What are the differences between manikins? What makes each one special? Which manikins best fit my budget? What, if any, is the trade-off between quality and quantity? How the heck do I choose the right manikin? Many questions, and there are many answers. There are a multitude of CPR manikins and numerous CPR manikin manufacturers. Each manikin has its own distinct features making it more appropriate for certain venues. …
AED Superstore is pleased to announce the arrival of the new Prestan® Ultralite™ Manikins! These manikins exhibit the same quality construction and realism you’ve come to know and expect from Prestan. The Ultralite Manikins are available in 4-packs, each weighing in at just 13 pounds. They are amazingly easy to assemble, and just as easy to pack up after class. The Ultralite Manikins feature stackable heads and torsos, allowing for compact storage. The compression pistons are stored in a small nylon pouch. All of this fits neatly into an easy to carry nylon bag. The torsos use a clamshell …
PulsePoint Foundation, along with marketing and implementation partner Physio-Control, has developed a couple of apps that are making a difference in many locations across the country. PulsePoint Respond is an application designed to notify your phone if there is someone nearby that requires immediate assistance. PulsePoint AED is an application that can pinpoint the location of the nearest AED. Both apps require that the municipality has procured the PulsePoint software and is using the technology. If you are trained in CPR, and you download the PulsePoint Respond app, your mobile device can receive emergency alerts detailing the nature of the situation. For example: A victim of SCA is down and unresponsive. …
Let’s say you purchased an AED for your facility. You’ve researched which AED best suits your needs, you made the purchase, received your shipment and have it all set up and ready for use in an emergency. Big question: Are you compliant? Have you looked into your state and local laws and/or regulations regarding AED ownership? Were you aware that these exist? How do you go about getting all of this information? The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends Medical Direction for all AED Programs. Many states require it. Even if it is not currently a requirement in your state, it may be soon. Either way, Medical …
The industry standard CPR manikin just got better! Laerdal Medical, makers of the Resusci Anne CPR Training Manikin, introduces the next level of CPR manikins with the Resusci Anne QCPR & Resusci Baby QCPR Training Manikins. What’s QCPR? It is a new feature from Laerdal to enhance training in quality CPR with live feedback. Coupled with the newly redesigned SkillGuide or the new Sim SkillReporter, the instructor has the ability to track and record the student’s compression depth, release, and breaths. This allows for real-time corrections, or post-instruction debriefing. There are also manikin options for CPR/AED training (compatible with AED Trainer 2 …