CPR Training

We just finished an in office CPR training/practice code blue, thanks to Lancaster County Medical Auxilary volunteer, Joan Kiple R.N.

My trustworthy brain likes to turn to mush with the tension of trying to follow all of the steps. It was so much more comfortable to be in my own office with Joan’s quiet and gentle support. I am thankful that the technique is evolving to mainly chest compressions and using an AED if available. There were several references in the American Heart Association training manual to the time consumed by trying to check pulses and give effective breaths while the brain was needing the blood to be pumped. By focusing on just chest compressions more of us will be able to help and (maybe) be helped.

Please consider taking a class or checking out a DVD at the library. I did find one at Gere Library entitled “Complete CPR” by American Safety Emergency Medical Training. John Klatt was the trainer and was excellent in explaining the rationale to the various steps and situations. While filmed in 2008, he made several references to the thinking behind the new guidelines. You can also find many (5,340) sources if you google, new guidelines for CPR.

Please take the time for an update and remember (Ann), don’t bend your elbows.

Dr. Ann