When an emergency occurs, knowing a life saving skill like CPR can mean the difference between life and death.
If you ever encounter a victim who is not breathing, ALWAYS call 911 before trying to perform CPR with rescue breaths. Drowning is considered a hypoxic event – meaning it affects all of the organs in the body from the lack of oxygen being supplied to the brain which results in eventual cardiac and respiratory arrest.
When you combine rescue breaths with chest compressions, you increase the oxygen level in the victim's blood, saving their organs.
Proper training and certification for CPR needs to be refreshed about every 1-2 years, especially if there are recent changes in recommendations.
To find a CPR and First Aid class near you, check with your local hospital, fire department, or use the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Websites.
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