Updates
"Hands-Only CPR"
The American Heart Association has introduced a new Hands-Only CPR technique. Hands-Only CPR is for bystanders who witness an adult suddenly collapse. It is recommended for use by people who see an adult suddenly collapse in the “out-of-hospital” setting. It consists of two steps, call 911 (or send someone to do that) and begin providing high-quality chest compressions by pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest with minimal interruptions. The AHA recommends conventional CPR (using the 30:2 compression-ventilation ratio) for all infants and children, for adult victims who are found already unconscious and not breathing normally, and for victims of drowning or collapse due to breathing problems. For Instructors who would like more information on this please visit: www.ahainstrucornetwork.org.
Pediatric AED
The American Heart Association has issued new guidelines regarding the use of AED’s on pediatric patients. The following memorandum from the American Heart Association will explain all new guidelines for the pediatric AED curriculum. Please be advised that this new curriculum needs to be instituted immediately.
Healthcare Provider On-Line Course
The American Heart Association is now offering the Healthcare Provider Re-Certification course online. For more information on how this course is structured please view this under the courses tab located at the top of this screen.
Board Members Needed
The Board of The Colorado CPR Association is always looking for dedicated and energetic Board Members. We have a need for individuals who are interested in: Marketing, Fund Raising, Grant Writing and Sales. If you have any background in any of the above listed positions and are willing to volunteer at least a few hours a month please contact us at 303-980-1015.