They estimate that more than 380,000 cardiac arrests occur outside the hospital each year. Of those, less than 8% are witnessed by a bystander, and only about 1% result in a bystander CPR intervention. That’s why it’s so important that everyone is trained to perform CPR. They estimate that more than 380,000 cardiac arrests occur outside the hospital each year. Of those, less than 8% are witnessed by a bystander, and only about 1% result in a bystander CPR intervention. That’s why it’s so important that everyone is trained to perform CPR.
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Who Should Get CPR Certified?
If you're still not sure if CPR certification is right for you, consider the following:
- Everyone should get certified. It's a good idea to know how to perform CPR on someone who isn't breathing or has no pulse, especially if they're a young child. If someone needs help in an emergency situation and there are no medical professionals available, being able to perform CPR could save their life--and yours as well!
- Teachers and childcare workers should also get certified. If something happens at work where someone needs resuscitation (such as a child drowning), having this type of training will allow teachers and childcare workers more confidence in knowing what steps need to be taken during such an emergency situation.
If any of these reasons sound familiar then now might be the time for getting certified in basic life support techniques.
What Is CPR?
CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It's an emergency procedure that involves chest compressions and artificial breathing. CPR is used to keep blood flowing to the heart and brain until paramedics arrive, which can be as soon as three minutes after cardiac arrest occurs.
CPR certification can be obtained at many different places, like even your local YMCA or community center. Some jobs require you to get CPR certified; some employers even offer free classes! If you're thinking about taking a class, don't worry--you won't need any experience with medical equipment beforehand; all it takes is some dedication, patience (it's not easy!), practice time at home before attending class...and lots of love from those around us who care deeply about our health!
How to Get CPR Certified
In order to become certified, you will need to contact your local. They'll provide you with information on how to take a training course and what kind of certification is available in your area.
You'll spend about two hours learning how to perform CPR on a dummy (or "Resusci Anne"). You should also practice with family members or friends before taking the test so that it feels less like an exam and more like something you could do in an emergency situation.
Once you pass the test and are awarded your certification, keep practicing until it becomes second nature!
Takeaway:
You can get CPR certification in a variety of ways, including online and in class. You should also know that there are two types of certification: standard and healthcare professional. The difference between these two certifications is that the standard is for laypeople (people who are not medical professionals), whereas healthcare professionals is only available to those with medical training. If you want to become certified as a standard rescuer, it will take less time than if you want to become certified as a healthcare provider because there are fewer requirements associated with being an EMT or paramedic than there are for being an RN or LPN--but both options involve learning how to perform CPR on adults, children, infants, and even pets!
If you're looking for an easy way to get started studying your skills before taking an exam then check out these helpful resources below:
Conclusion
CPR certification is a great way to get started in the healthcare field. It's also a great way to build your resume and show potential employers that you're serious about your career choice. We hope this article has provided some insight into what's involved with getting your CPR certification and why it's such an important step in becoming a nurse or other professional caregiver!