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Reasons Why CPR Classes Modesto Skills Are Needed

By Jason Ellis


As a result of an accident, illness or other events, the victim may stop breathing and the heart may stop pumping blood. When this occurs, someone who is able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on the victim may be able to save a life. Prompt action to provide chest compression and oxygen to the victim can also prevent damage to the brain from lack of oxygen. CPR classes Modesto locals can take teach the correct techniques and offer the opportunity to practice them under supervision.

CPR consists of two types of assistance to an individual who is not breathing. Closed chest compression is the first of the techniques. Rapid and repeated compression of the chest keeps the heart pumping blood. The chest pumping is combined with forcing air into the airways of the victim, thus maintaining enough oxygen in the body to sustain life. The method is the same for adults and for children, although there may be some modification for a small child.

Determining when the method is appropriate is important, but prompt action is required to keep the heart pumping blood and the lungs to do their job. Brain damage can happen relatively quickly without the action of a person who knows the procedures and is able to apply them correctly. Even a child can use the techniques of CPR in order to save a life.

The history of CPR is considered to have begun in the 1960s, but in reality, elements of the technique were used decades earlier. In the 1950s, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation was invented and the U. S. Military adopted mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to revive unresponsive victims. By the early 60s, the American Heart Association began a program to acquaint doctors with closed-chest resuscitation which became the forerunner of general public training. The AHA formally endorsed the method in 1963 and millions have been trained in the techniques in the decades since then.

Training methods have been refined over the years. The basic ideas are the same, but there have been additional tools developed. Modesto residents can find classes which fit the necessary constraints of times and locations.

Although the basic method of CPR has not changed much over the years, the classes have evolved, thanks to the improvement of training methods and tools. A class doesn't require a huge investment of time and effort to be certified. Kits are available to assist in teaching interested people how to perform the technique.

Taking the class to learn about CPR means that you are prepared in the event of an emergency. When a friend or family member suddenly stops breathing, has a heart attack or an injury, prompt response is necessary. There may not be time to call for emergency personnel.

Modesto residents of every age group have the opportunity to learn CPR techniques. They can feel confident about their ability to respond quickly if needed in an emergency. Saving the life of someone you love, or of a stranger is a gift of life for someone in an life-or-death situation.




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