Five Fears that may stop one from doing CPR
CPR is a life-saving skill that requires someone to be on top of things quickly. Whether you're a new parent, a paramedic or a nurse, everyone has the potential to need CPR training. But with the training, sometimes there is fear involved. These fears can be quickly dissolved when we take a look at the five most common fears associated with getting involved in rescue.
5. Fear of Disease:
This fear has been around for some time, and can be solved by ordering a Key-Ring or other accessible CPR shield and protective gloves. That way, you're always prepared for the worst of circumstances. 4. Liability:
Since the 1985 Good Samaritan Act, there have been No recorded cases against a Good Samaritan since 1985. Don't be afraid to try to save a life in need of saving. You cannot hurt someone that is already in danger of dying by doing SOMETHING to save their lives. Even Hands-Only CPR is good for something.
3. Unsure of Skills:
Understanding that CPR only slows down the progress from clinical death to biological death, will not stop it! We know any number combination during rescue breaths to compressions will help buy time for EMS to use an AED and ALS to administer medications. The numbers are guidelines, not the rule. (Which is part of the reason why Hands-Only CPR has become such a popular alternative to rescue breathing.)
2. Might Hurt or Kill Patient:
This goes hand in hand with number three. The person is already dead. How much worse can the patient physically become?
1. Unsafe Scene:
This is the only legitimate CPR related fear. Do not become another patient yourself. Make sure, if you're going to enter an area to rescue someone, that the surrounding area is safe enough, so that you don't become another victim.
CPR Training is Available
Once you've conquered the five fears, you should be well prepared to rescue someone.
CPR Training is available online, and Blended CPR is available for those that require hands-on for certification.
CPR Training is available online, and Blended CPR is available for those that require hands-on for certification.
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