CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including a heart attack, near drowning, drug overdose, and sudden cardiac arrest, in which a person’s heart has stopped and breathing has ceased. When the heart stops, lack of oxygenated blood can cause brain damage in only a few short minutes and cause death within 8 to 10 minutes. CPR can keep oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and other organs until more definitive medical treatment can restore a normal heart rhythm.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, nearly half a million Americans die from a cardiac arrest every year and more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital each year.
Individual CPR Class
HeartSaver CPR/AED Course
A 2.5-hour course that teaches CPR and relief of choking in adults, children, and infants and use of barrier devices for all ages. It also covers the use of the AED machine (Automated External Defibrillator). It is designed for those who have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements. This would include teachers, fitness trainers, lifeguards and coaches. This is also a wonderful course for anyone that has a responsibility to care for another person including parents and babysitters. It is for the non-healthcare professional. This class is NOT for Healthcare Providers. This class is NOT for Daycare Providers or Preschool Teachers. Class includes a formal 1-hour lecture, 45-minute American Heart Association video training, and a 30-minute skills practice and validation. All students will receive an AHA HeartSaver Workbook and an RPH CPR Readiness Kit.
The cost per person is $65 and includes CPR Workbook, Class Materials, CPR Certification Card, and CPR Readiness Kit (while supplies last).