The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is accredited by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine who is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education^® (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Adult CPR

Welcome to Adult CPR Introduction

Chest compression on adult in correct timing

Why is timing important?

When the heart (pulse) and lung (breathing) stops, the victim has 5 minutes before (gradual) brain death starts to occur if no CPR is performed. Therefore, it is very important to start CPR as soon as possible.

What is Hands-only CPR?

Any bystander who is not trained in CPR can perform this type of CPR to try to save a life. Hands-only CPR is better than no CPR. If you witnessed an adult or a child/infant suddenly collapse then:
1. Call EMS / 911
2. Push hard and fast in the center of the chest

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The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is accredited by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine who is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education® (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Adult CPR

Welcome to Adult CPR Introduction

The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is accredited by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine who is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education^® (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.