Basics of CPR
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Where do you place your hands?
Center of the chest
Do you always need to give breaths?
No (hands-only CPR is okay)
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
What number do you call in an emergency?
911
When should you start CPR?
When someone is unresponsive and not breathing normally
How fast should compressions be?
100–120 beats per minute
How many breaths after 30 compressions?
2 Breaths
What does an AED do?
Restore normal heart rhythm
What are signs someone needs CPR?
Not breathing, unconscious
What is the first thing you should do before starting CPR?
Check for safety and call 911
How deep should compressions be for teens/adults?
About 2 inches
How long should each breath last?
About 1 second
Can teens use an AED?
Yes
Should you stop CPR if the person isn’t waking up?
No
Who can perform CPR?
Anyone who is trained
Should you let the chest fully rise between compressions?
Yes
What should you watch for during a breath?
Chest rising
Should you touch the person during a shock?
No
When can you stop CPR?
When helps arrives or the person starts breathing
True or False: CPR always saves a life
False
What song can help keep the right rhythm?
Stayin’ Alive” by Bee Gees
What do you do if the chest doesn’t rise?
Reposition the head and try again
What should you do after the shock?
Resume CPR immediately
What is hands-only CPR?
Compression without breaths