If you're going to perform CPR or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation on someone who may have COVID-19, you need to take some precautions. First of all, you must call 911 immediately. Secondly, if the person is too sick without a mask, do not attempt CPR without a mask either; it's better to let them die than risk contracting the disease yourself. If they are conscious and able to swallow safely (not everyone can), don't try mouth-to-mouth resuscitation with them unless it's an absolute emergency (for example: they are choking). If they are unconscious and cannot swallow safely then it is okay for you to perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation as long as their face coverings are securely taped over their nose and mouth so no bodily fluids come into contact with your eyes or mouth during this process. Finally: if possible wash your hands thoroughly with soap & water (or hand sanitizer) after coming in contact with any bodily fluids such as your own or someone else's feces blood sweat tears vomit urine etc…
You should call 911 immediately.
It is important to call 911 immediately if you see someone who is unconscious or unresponsive. You should not wait for a medical professional to arrive before beginning CPR. If the person does have a pulse, begin chest compressions immediately.
If possible, have someone else call 911 while you perform CPR compressions on their chest at least 100 times per minute (about 2-3 per second). This can be done by doing 30 compressions and then checking for breathing for about 1 minute before starting another round of 30 compressions again. Continue this pattern until help arrives or until they start breathing again on their own
Don't try to do CPR on someone who's too sick without a mask, unless it is an absolute emergency.
The following guidelines apply to adults and children over 1 year old:
- If you are not sure what to do, call 911.
- If the person is unconscious but still breathing, do not perform CPR on him or her. Call 911 instead.
- If the person is unconscious and not breathing, begin CPR immediately by following these steps:
Don't touch the body fluids of a dead person or someone on their deathbed.
- Don't touch the body fluids of a dead person or someone on their deathbed, including blood, vomit and diarrhea.
- Don't touch the body fluids of anyone who is ill with COVID-19. These include saliva, mucus (from coughing), tears and sweat.
- If you do touch these substances, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately afterwards, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if there isn't running water available.
- Don't touch anything that may have come in contact with body fluids (for example: bedding or clothing).
If you're unable to provide CPR, don't engage in mouth-to-mouth resuscitation with other people.
- If you're unable to provide CPR, do not engage in mouth-to-mouth resuscitation with other people.
- If you are able to provide CPR but unable to perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, don't engage in it with other people.
Don't touch your eyes, nose or mouth while treating a patient who has been infected with COVID-19 (or any other pandemic). Avoid touching your face, or anyone else's face, while treating them. Avoid shaking hands with other people when treating them during an outbreak of COVID-19 (or any other pandemic). Don't kiss anyone who is infected with COVID-19 (or any other pandemic). Do not share utensils, food or drink with others who may have been exposed to the same strain of COVID-19 as you have been exposed to unless they have been cleared by medical professionals first.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after coming in contact with bodily fluids, either your own or someone else's.
- Hand washing is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infections. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if you don't have access to clean water (but don't rely on it).
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after coming in contact with bodily fluids, either your own or someone else's. This includes blood, saliva, vomit, feces and urine--even if it's only a little bit! You should also wash before eating food or touching other people in any way. If possible, wear gloves when treating patients who are sick with pandemic flu symptoms; however this isn't always possible so make sure that everyone knows about proper hygiene practices so they can protect themselves from getting sick too!
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after using the toilet. Wash your hands thoroughly before preparing or eating food. You can also use alcohol-based hand sanitizers if soap and water are not available.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before eating, drinking, or preparing food.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before eating, drinking, or preparing food. Hand sanitizer is not a substitute for washing with soap and water.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after coming in contact with bodily fluids (for example: blood or vomit), either your own or someone else's.
Hand sanitizers are not recommended for cleaning and disinfecting hard surfaces, such as toys, countertops and doorknobs.
If you are able to provide CPR but unable to perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, don't engage in it with other people. If you are able to provide CPR but unable to perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, don't engage in it with other people.
Use hand sanitizer if you cannot wash your hands thoroughly for whatever reason (for example, if there is no running water).
If you cannot wash your hands thoroughly for whatever reason (for example, if there is no running water), use hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizers do not kill all germs. They are not as effective as washing with soap and water, but they can help reduce the number of germs on your hands.
It's very important to practice safe techniques in order to avoid transmitting COVID-19
- Always wash your hands before and after treating a patient.
- Avoid touching your face, or anyone else's face, while treating them.
- Avoid shaking hands with other people when treating them during an outbreak of COVID-19 (or any other pandemic).
- Don't kiss anyone who is infected with COVID-19 (or any other pandemic).
- Do not share utensils, food or drink with others who may have been exposed to the same strain of COVID-19 as you have been exposed to unless they have been cleared by medical professionals first.
Conclusion
While it's important to be prepared for any pandemic, you should always practice safe techniques in order to avoid transmitting COVID-19. If you have any questions about what symptoms may mean or how best to stay safe during a pandemic, please contact your local health department immediately!
