Introduction
Welcome to the Save With CPR student manual - your guide to life saving education. In this manual you will explore the latest guidelines and techniques in lay rescuer lifesaving, tailored to be easily understood by individuals of all backgrounds. Your journey will take you through the basics of recognizing an emergency, calling for help, and responding appropriately while also remaining as safe as possible.
This manual supplements our instructional videos as not all aspects are able to be accurately reproduced in text. This manual is designed to be paired with our training videos and instruction.
Copyright
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All rights reserved. No parts of this manual may be reproduced without the written permission of Save With CPR.
Disclaimers
The information in this manual is intended for educational purposes only, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The techniques and advice described in this manual, and by Save With CPR, are not guaranteed to prevent injury or death. The author and publisher disclaim any liability for any injury or damage resulting from the use of this information.
Acknowledgements
I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to my colleagues, mentors, and students in the field of emergency medical services, whose insights and feedback have been invaluable in the creation of this manual. Special thanks to Mike Provencher and Emma Toma - you guys rock.
Abbreviations
AED: Automated External Defibrillator
CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
EMS: Emergency Medical Services
BVM: Bag-Valve-Mask
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
ILCOR: International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
CV Ratio: Compression-Ventilation Ratio