Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Key components of high quality CPR- revisited (Part 1!)

 Let's review the key components of HIGH QUALITY CPR, which will give the victim the best chances of survival:

1)       PUSH FAST!

American Heart Association guidelines for high quality CPR start with the basics.  The first question asked (and answered!) is how fast to push.  The guidelines sate “at least 100 beats per minute.”  Notice that they don’t say ABOUT 100 beats, but AT LEAST 100 beats per minute.  Pushing faster is generally better.  At 110-120
....  read more here: http://www.carpentercprsolutions.com/-blog/key-components-of-high-quality-cpr-revisited-part-1




Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Quiz- How well do you know your ACLS guidelines?

Share our quiz link and use coupon code '5off' to take $5 off any course on our calendar until June 30, 2015!
This one is for advanced providers- How well do you know the 2010 ACLS guidelines? Check out our quiz on PlayBuzz!https://www.playbuzz.com/scottc14/do-you-know-advanced-cardiovascular-life-support

Monday, February 2, 2015

Seizure First Aid

Tonic-clonic, generalized seizures can be scary to witness.  Essentially, the seizure victim will be unresponsive with whole body spastic movements, generalized muscle contractions and shaking followed by a period of flaccidity or rest.  This can repeat in a series.  This whole event can be accompanied by unusual breathing and profuse sweating.  Usually the person..... Read more here: http://www.carpentercprsolutions.com/-blog/seizure-first-aid


 

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Who we are....

At Carpenter CPR, we provide small class sizes and a different experience. Our focus is on the concepts behind the guidelines in order to aid in the retention of information long after the course ends.


Our goal is to provide our clients with the best quality education, not just rote memorization. Training is provided by experienced Registered Nurses. Check out more at www.CarpenterCPRsolutions.com