Avoid the Five CPR Failures
Recall and counter five common bystander CPR/AED failure modes.
Recognition Gasping adult collapse: wait or act? Gasping is not normal breathing. Vague roles The crowd is frozen. Everyone assumes someone else is calling. Say Leah, call 911 and come back. Omar, AED by reception. I am starting compressions. Can someone help? Named tasks turn spectators into a chain. Compression quality What are the four compression quality checks? Pump mechanics Rate, depth, recoil, and minimal pauses. Use 100-120 per minute, at least 2 inches, full release, and short interruptions. AED pause AED says no shock advised. Now what? After shock or no shock, compressions restart unless the person is clearly…
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