7. CPR and AED for Infants
In this last lesson, we will be reviewing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for infants. Infant CPR is comprised of chest compressions and giving breaths. It is important to remember that without CPR, an infant could die, therefore you must not be scared of hurting the infant. You will learn high quality CPR for infants, which includes: proper compressions, giving breaths, and mask use. We will talk about AED use in infants and the steps to take. You will also learn to assess when to call 911 and get help. After, you will learn to put this information together in a systematic manner to ensure increased patient survival. The last lesson covers choking, which includes a chart (found in manual) and the steps for performing the back slaps and chest thrusts.