I was recently called on to give CPR to somebody who suddenly & unexpectedly "died on their feet" as they stood right next to me (not a diving incident). Sadly the person concerned did not make it despite the best efforts of myself & those nearby, which fortunately included several other trained first aiders, for more than 20 minutes (felt like more than 40 minutes) until the emergency services were able to take over.
It was a shocking experience (although not my first of this type) that has made me determined to learn what I can from the experience and share it where I can. So here are some thoughts:
1. If you don't know CPR: just do chest compressions, like in the Vinnie Jones TV ads
2. If you do know CPR: do mouth-to-mouth & chest compressions, 2:30 is the currently recommended ratio of breaths-to-chest compressions in the UK.
It was a shocking experience (although not my first of this type) that has made me determined to learn what I can from the experience and share it where I can. So here are some thoughts:
1. If you don't know CPR: just do chest compressions, like in the Vinnie Jones TV ads
2. If you do know CPR: do mouth-to-mouth & chest compressions, 2:30 is the currently recommended ratio of breaths-to-chest compressions in the UK.
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