Hands-only CPR It’s not as hard as it looks, British Heart Foundation Vinnie Jones advert

Hands-only CPR It’s not as hard as it looks, British Heart Foundation Vinnie Jones advert. This video has saved lives, would you know what to do if someone collapses and stops breathing. This is a great video which we show on Royal Yachting Association First Aid Coursers to spark conversation on CPR, when is hands-only appropriate and why was this video made. Hands-only CPR, also known as compression-only CPR, is a technique used to help save someone’s life in the event of cardiac arrest. Unlike traditional CPR, which involves both chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth rescue breathing, hands-only CPR focuses solely on chest compressions. This method is easy to learn and can be performed by anyone, even those without formal CPR training. Here are the steps for performing hands-only CPR: Check for responsiveness: If you come across someone who appears to be unresponsive, call out to them and gently shake their shoulders to see if they respond. If they do not respond, call for emergency services immediately. Begin chest compressions: Place the heel of one hand on the center of the person’s chest, between their nipples. Place your other hand on top of the first hand, and interlock your fingers. Position your shoulders over your hands and straighten your arms. Then, push down hard and fast, using your body weight to help you compress the chest. Compress the chest at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute. Continue compressions: Continue performing chest compressions until emergency services arrive or until the person starts breathing on their own. It’s important to note that hands-only CPR should only be performed on adults and teenagers who have collapsed due to cardiac arrest. For children and infants, or in cases where the person is unconscious due to a respiratory issue, traditional CPR with rescue breathing is recommended. Hands-only CPR can help improve the person’s chances of survival by keeping oxygenated blood flowing to vital organs until emergency services arrive. However, if you are trained in traditional CPR, it’s recommended that you perform both chest compressions and rescue breathing. We hope you enjoy this as part of your First Aid Course with City Sailing