Hands Only CPR and AED training review
There are a number of videos that provide a quick and easy review of the steps in a cardiac emergency – call/push/shock. This one was done by Richmond Ambulance Authority in Virginia. The first part of the video features a survivor of a cardiac arrest telling his story of how CPR and an AED saved his life when he had a cardiac arrest during a race in his community. The actual review of how to perform CPR and use an AED begins at the 13:15 minute mark of the video and lasts about 4 minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MZKK5xz7kE This can be a terrific review for staff members but also can serve as an introduction to the training. While this does not provide full training with certification, we do know that the more people who at least are informed about hands only CPR and AED use, the better chance there is of a fast response to a sudden cardiac arrest.
Another great educational video can be found at... https://www.nfl.com/videos/recognize-react-rescue-effectively-treating-sudden-cardiac-arrest
Recognize! React! Rescue!! Three Rs = #READY! This quick and comprehensive tutorial by Dr. Drezner describes sudden cardiac arrest details to help people know how to recognize an arrest. It is also perfect at stating how to be Project ADAM #READY! While the focus in the video is on athletes, the principles are right on for EVERYONE - from baby brother to grandma - and for EVERY PLACE - schools, stores, hotels, sports venues, and more. Our thanks to Dr. Drezner and the NFL.