10 Reasons Why You Should Learn CPR
The importance of CPR/AED Training and Certification
If you’re looking for a valuable experience for the summer consider adding a CPR/AED training to your list. CPR helps keep blood and oxygen flowing and dramatically increases the chances of survival in those who suffer a cardiac arrest. In some cases' the AED can stop an irregular heart rhythm and re-start a normal rhythm.
Here are 10 great reasons why you should learn CPR this year:
Heart Disease is the Leading Cause of Death in the United States
According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming the lives of more than 600,000 people each year.
CPR Saves Lives
While heart disease is on the rise, CPR/AED's can help save lives. According to the American Heart Association, more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occurred in 2016, sadly, 88% of people who suffer from a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die. However, when properly and promptly performed, CPR can dramatically improve person’s chance of survival.
Anyone Can Learn CPR
Anyone can learn CPR and everyone should. The American Heart Association reports that 70% of Americans feel helpless to act in the event of a cardiac emergency because they either do not know how to effectively administer CPR or their training has lapsed.
The Life You Save May Be That of a Loved One
Did you know that 4 out of 5 cardiac arrests occur at home? Additionally, many victims of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) appear healthy and may not have any known heart diseases or risk factors. Performing CPR promptly may save the life of someone you love.
Prevent Brain Death
Brain death occurs 4 to 6 minutes after the heart stops beating. CPR effectively keeps blood flowing and provides oxygen to the brain and other vital organs, giving the victim a better chance for full recovery. Several studies report that If CPR is given within the first two minutes of cardiac arrest, the chances of survival double.
CPR Makes You Smarter
Let’s face it, by the time you complete CPR/AED training, you’ll know something that you didn’t know before you started!
You’ll Feel Confident in the Event of a Cardiac Emergency.
A CPR/AED classe will equip you with the tools and the confidence you need to transform yourself from the role of bystander to lifesaver. CPR/AED certification will give you the necessary training to make the right decisions in the event of a cardiac emergency.
CPR Classes are Fun
By nature, CPR/AED classes are hands-on and interactive. While there are online training’s available in person classes tend to be more enjoyable. It is in a class that participants will learn how to properly execute chest compression's in a fun and supportive environment.
You’ll Test Your Musical Knowledge
The tempo at which you should give chest compression's lines up nicely with popular musical gems such as the Bee Gees’ “Stayin’ Alive,” “Walk Like an Egyptian” by the Bangles and “Another one Bites the Dust” by Queen,
Join the 3 Percent
An online resource for emergency medical services personnel, EMS1, notes that “Although evidence indicates that bystander CPR and AED use can significantly improve survival and outcomes from cardiac arrest, each year less than 3% of the U.S. population receives CPR training, leaving many bystanders unprepared to respond to cardiac arrest.” Become a part of the solution and sign up for a CPR training course today.
C & A Safety Consultant; We offer CPR, First Aid, AED, and blood borne pathogen training courses in Southern California. We use the traditional classroom settings to deliver our training's on site. To learn more about our courses or to schedule a training, call our team at 805-750-0915 or email C & A Safety Consultants Marty@cnasafety.com We’d love to hear from you!
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