Monday, October 18, 2010

Medical News: Cardiac Arrest Rescuers Must Re-Learn ABCs of CPR - in Cardiovascular, Myocardial Infarction from MedPage Today

Medical News: Cardiac Arrest Rescuers Must Re-Learn ABCs of CPR - in Cardiovascular, Myocardial Infarction from MedPage Today: "- Sent using Google Toolbar"

CPR, in this writer's opinion, should be learned by everyone. Far too many people do not know this potentially life saving therapy.

Today the guidelines have changed from A (airway), B (breathing), C (compression) to CAB in most cases. Experts have concluded that chest compressions are the most important part of rescue and should be initiated as soon as possible.

Contact the American Heart Association for a course or your local EMS service in your country.

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