by PerErik | Jun 1, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Conscious Choking Infants If you determine that there is a conscious choking infant who cannot cough, cry or breathe, you will need to give 5 back blows and 5 chest thrusts. Follow these steps: Back blows: Position the infant face-up on your forearm with his or her...
by PerErik | Jun 1, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 1. Survival rate for a cardiac emergency patient increases to almost 30-70% if an AED is used in a timely manner. 2. Do not touch the person while the AED is analyzing. When the device is defibrillating, you could be...
by PerErik | Jun 1, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Child CPR 1. Ensure that the scene is safe; follow the check-call-care procedure. 2. Reposition the injured face-up (if needed), and take care of the neck, head and back. 3. Locate the position of breast bone and position yourself correctly. Begin giving 30 chest...
by PerErik | May 31, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Adult CPR 1. Before responding to an ill/injured, first check if the scene is safe for you and the victim. 2. If the scene is safe, check if the person is conscious by shaking his/her shoulders and asking “Are you ok? Are you ok?” 3. If unconscious call 9-1-1...
by PerErik | May 31, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Key Important Factors Before responding in an emergency, check if the scene is safe for you, the victim, and bystanders. If the scene is unsafe, stay at a safe distance and call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. The sequence of steps for conducting CPR are...
