If you aren’t already CPR certified, you should be. It is one of the most important and life-changing skills a person can have. Bloodborne Pathogens Certification CPR – or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating. When properly and promptly performed, CPR can dramatically improve a person’s chance of survival.
1- CPR Saves Lives
According to 2014 data, nearly 45 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims survived when bystander CPR was administered.
By performing CPR, blood is able to continue circulating, providing oxygen to the body. This allows the brain and other organs to stay alive while you wait for help.
2- Most Emergencies Happen Outside of the Hospital
Each year, over 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States. Statistics prove that if more people knew CPR, more lives could be saved. The majority of Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrests (OHCA) occurs in public settings (39.5 percent), mostly homes/residences (27.5%) and nursing homes (18.2%).
3- CPR Is Not Performed Enough
Many people stay helpless and gripped in fear during situations of emergency. Don’t let lack of knowledge keep you from saving a life. Other concerns such as hurting the person, resistance to exposing the person, giving “mouth to mouth”, legal risks, or infection concerns, often reduce once people learn proper CPR techniques. A CPR class with Point Positive CPR provides the best preparation.
4- Anyone Can Learn CPR
CPR is easy to learn! You don’t have to be a genius or complete years of medical school to learn and perform CPR effectively. One of the main benefits of CPR is the fact that it can be performed by just about anyone at any time.
Many of our students are surprised to find out how quickly they can master these skills!
CPR classes will equip you with the tools and the confidence you need to transform yourself from the role of bystander to lifesaver. CPR certification will give you the necessary training to make the right decisions in the event of a cardiac emergency.
5- You’ll Feel Confident In An Emergency
When you know that you can offer help, you will have more self-confidence. When you complete CPR training, you will have the skills and knowledge necessary to perform CPR in an emergency situation. You’ll also have the confidence you need to make good decisions and do everything possible to help.
Knowing what to do if someone drowns, suffers cardiac arrest, or becomes unconscious could be the difference between life or death.
6- CPR Classes Are Fun!
By nature, CPR classes are hands-on and interactive. Participants will learn how to properly execute chest compressions in a fun and supportive environment. There are many popular music songs (more than just the Bee Gees)that have the same tempo as you give chest compressions (100-120 per minute), which adds a bit more fun to CPR classes and helps to solidify skills learned.
The CPR class is fun!
CPR training is easy and will have a positive impact on your life. Who knows, maybe someday the skills that you learned in CPR class may just save someone’s life! Are you interested in getting certified in CPR? Contact Point Positive CPR for information on CPR, First Aid, and Basic Life Support classes.
