R. H. Sanders & Associates TM
R. H. Sanders &
Associates TM
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R. H. Sanders & Associates TM
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CPR PROGRAM SYNOPSIS Introduction: Sign in, distribute materials, introduce Instructor, what is CPR, why is it used, what is wrong with the patient who needs CPR, when is CPR not applicable, potential victims-who are they, signs and symptoms of heart attack and stroke, risk factors for heart disease, why some who know CPR refuse to help;
Legal Issues: “Good Samaritan” Law, rights and responsibilities of rescuer, when can one stop doing CPR;
Self Protection: Avoiding disease transmission in CPR: barrier devices, mouth-mask devices, bag Devices (“Ambu-Bag®”) for healthcare providers, explanation of in-class safety precautions.
ABC...CPR Theory: Unconsciousness, sequences, rationale for the order of CPR, anatomy and physiology as relates to CPR, practice finding pulse on self and others;
Demonstrations: Instructor demonstrates adult, child, and infant (depending on level taught) CPR/rescue breathing, unconscious and conscious foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) clearing techniques (Heimlich Maneuver) on patients and self, complications (head/neck injuries, dentures/mouth trauma, broken ribs, vomiting), AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) training ADDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE UPON REQUEST, 2-rescuer CPR and AED for healthcare providers. Emphasis on safety, assessment, accuracy, and acquisition of Emergency Medical Services;
How to practice/wrap up: Techniques for safe after class (never on other people) practice of CPR skills “tricks of the trade” for remembering ratios, distribution of our toll-free, 24-hour number (a resource given to every student (so that the student may call if he/she has questions after class, loses the CPR Recognition Card, etc.), statistics regarding the efficacy of CPR, after care for the rescuer - why some patients do not survive;
Practical: Students practice each skill taught. Manikin practice safety shields are provided for each student and manikin is disinfected between students. Each student is given individual instruction and is guided through each skill. Corrections are provided so that each student eventually completes accurate cycles of each skill. The student is helped through each step in a humanistic, non-threatening manner. Practice continues until the student is able to “test out” by performing an acceptable cycle of each skill taught. Recognition card issued at end of hands-on practice.
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