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Learn the proper hand positioning and compression technique for performing CPR. Avoid common mistakes and ensure efficient chest compressions. Follow step-by-step instructions for effective resuscitation.
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LOCATE HAND POSITION • LOCATE NOTCH • PUSH 2ND FINGER TO NOTCH • PUT 1ST FINGER DOWN NEXT TO THE 2ND • PUT HEEL OF OTHER HAND NEXT TO 1ST FINGER
PROBLEMS PERFORMING CPR • ELBOWS STRAIGHT AND SHOULDERS OVER STERNUM • PIVOT AT THE HIPS NOT KNEES • DO NOT PUT HAND OVER XIPHOID PROCESS (CAN LACERATE LIVER) • KEEP HAND ON CHEST • FINGERS OFF RIBS
COMPRESSIONS • TOO SLOW / TOO FAST (POOR CIRCULATION • 1 1/2 “ TO 2 “ (MAY BREAK RIBS) • 15 COMPRESSIONS • 10 - 11 SEC. • 2 BREATHS • KEEP VICTIM ON HARD SURFACE
CONTINUE UNTIL: • BREATHING OR CIRCULATION START • QUALIFIED PERSON TAKES OVER • PRONOUNCED DEAD BY PROPER AUTHORITY (DOCTOR OR CORONER) • ONLY AS LAST RESORT / BECOME FATIGUED AND CAN’T CONTINUE • BECOMES UNSAFE TO ASSIST