*The newest information for 2022 is available here:    • 2b: TwoRescuer BLS/CPR for Adults (2...  

The second lesson in chapter 2. This lesson discusses the BLS process and CPR steps associated with adults in a tworescuer situation. The steps of BLS and CPR are reviewed and the role of both the first and second rescuer is made clear. It is important for each rescuer to be aware of their role and its responsibilities to minimize interruptions in CPR.

*The newest information for 2022 is available here:    • 2b: TwoRescuer BLS/CPR for Adults (2...  

"The general adult BLS process is to ensure the safety of the scene, assess the injured or the ill individual, activate EMS by calling 911, perform CPR, and defibrillate.

The steps for CPR are similar between onerescuer and tworescuer BLS; however, there are some slight differences. Let’s review the tworescuer CPR steps.

The second rescuer prepares the AED for use.

You begin chest compressions and count the compressions out loud.

The second rescuer applies the AED pads.

The second rescuer opens the person’s airway and gives rescue breaths.

Switch roles after every five cycles of compressions and breaths. One cycle consists of 30 compressions and two breaths.

Be sure that between each compression you completely stop pressing on the chest and allow the chest wall to return to its natural position. Leaning or resting on the chest between compressions can keep the heart from refilling in between each compression and make CPR less effective. Rescuers who become tired may tend to lean on the chest more during
compressions; switching roles helps rescuers perform highquality compressions.

Quickly switch between roles to minimize interruptions in delivering chest compressions.

When the AED is connected, minimize interruptions of CPR by switching rescuers while the AED analyzes the heart rhythm. If a shock is indicated, minimize interruptions in CPR.

Resume CPR as soon as possible."

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