Ortuño first aid

Last month we had a very interesting first aid class in which the teacher explained the steps that we must continue to practice CPR.

First we have to follow the DRS and later start maneuvers, if it is necessary:

·         Danger: Check for danger to yourself, others, and the patient.

·         Response: Check for response talk, ask name and touch.

·         Send for help: Call 112, or ask another person to make the call.

Once the DRS, we start maneuvers. To facilitate the memorization of the steps we can follow the ABCD:

·         Airway: Open mouth. Clear airway with fingers. Open airway by tilting head with chin lifted.

·         Breathing: Look, listen and feel for breathing. If not breathing normally, start CPR.

·         CPR: Perform 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths.

·         Defibrillation: Automatic external defibrillator (AED) if available and follow its indications.

I think it is a very important issue and should be spread more because it can save lives.