What Is CPR: Beginner's Guide | PulseGuard
What Is CPR?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a first aid technique used during cardiac arrest. It involves chest compressions and rescue breaths that help maintain blood circulation to vital organs until professional medical help arrives.
Why Is It Important?
In Greece, 93.5% of the population doesn't know CPR. This means that during cardiac arrest, which most often occurs outside hospitals, victims rarely receive immediate help. Every minute without CPR reduces survival chances by 10%.
How Is CPR Performed?
The basic procedure includes the following steps:
- Check safety: Make sure the area is safe for you and the victim.
- Call 112: Request immediate help from emergency services.
- Start chest compressions: Place your palms on the center of the chest and press 5-6 cm deep, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute.
- Rescue breaths: After 30 compressions, give 2 breaths (if trained).
- Use an AED: If an automated external defibrillator is available, use it immediately.
Who Can Perform CPR?
Anyone can learn CPR. No medical background is required. Proper training takes just 4-6 hours and can save a life. Pulse Guard offers ERC-certified CPR/AED programs following the European Resuscitation Council guidelines.
ERC Certification
ERC certification is recognized across Europe and guarantees that your training follows the most current international protocols. Contact us to learn how you can get certified.