CPR
The casualty stands a better chance of survival if CPR is commenced as soon as possible after diagnosis is made and help is called.
Basic Life Support Flow Chart
D Check for danger
R Response
S Send for Help
A Airway
B Breathing
C CPR
D Defibrillator
Compressions
Compressions are performed on a casualty to pump blood around the body.
Infant from (0-1year)
On an infant we use two fingers in the middle of the sternum between the nipples and compress to 1/3 chest depth (about 1-2cm) with the head placed in the neutral position
Children
On children we use one or two hands in the middle of the chest and compress to 1/3 chest depth with the head tilted back
Adults
On adults we use two hands in the middle of the chest and compress to 1/3 chest depth (about 5cm) with the head tilted back
MOUTH TO MASK RESCUE BREATHING IS THE RECOMMENDED METHOD
CPR breaths and compressions
Follow the Australian Resuscitation Guidelines
30 compressions / 2 breaths
Maintain open airway and 100 chest compressions per minute
CPR QUIZ
