Save a Life with CPR
Each day in the United States, nearly 1,000 lives are lost to sudden cardiac death (SCD). Double the chance of survival from an SCD attack by learning the 3 C’s of chest-compression-only CPR.
Learn CPR NowSave a Life with CPR
Each day in the United States, nearly 1,000 lives are lost to sudden cardiac death (SCD). Double the chance of survival from an SCD attack by learning the 3 C’s of chest-compression-only CPR.
Learn CPR NowWhat is chest-compression-only CPR?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency procedure used to save someone’s life when their heart has stopped beating.
Unlike conventional CPR, chest-compression-only CPR uses solely chest compressions rather than a combination of compression and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, making it simpler to learn and perform.
Why learn CPR?
70% of Americans may feel helpless to act during a cardiac emergency because they either do not know how to administer CPR or their training has significantly lapsed. With 88% of cardiac arrests occurring at home, knowing CPR can be the difference between saving a loved one’s life or losing one.
Check, Call, Compress in Case of Cardiac Arrest
If you see someone collapse unexpectedly, usually cardiac arrest is the cause. Studies have shown that by doing chest compressions only without mouth-to-mouth breathing increase the person’s chance of survival.
Check for responsiveness. Shake the person and shout, “are you OK?”
Direct someone to call 9-1-1 or make the call yourself if the person is unresponsive and struggling to breathe (gasping or snoring).
Position the victim back down on the floor. Place the heel of one hand on top of the other and place the heel of the bottom hand on the center of the victim’s chest. Lock your elbows and compress the chest forcefully—make sure you lift up enough to let the chest recoil. Begin forceful chest compressions at a rate of 100 per minute.
Use of AEDs
If an AED (automated external defibrillator) is available, turn the unit on and follow the voice instructions.
If no AED is available, perform chest compressions continuously until the paramedics arrive. This is physically tiring so if someone else is available, take turns after each 100 chest compressions.
In Case of Drowning or Overdose
If you suspect drowning or drug overdose, follow standard CPR procedures (alternate 30 chest compressions with two mouth-to-mouth breaths).
The Gootter-Jensen Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives by defeating sudden cardiac death (SCD) through increased awareness, education, scientific research, and the distribution of AEDs.
