CPR Hand Over

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Optimizing CPR Efforts: Sharing the Work and Guidelines

1. The Importance of Sharing CPR Efforts

Providing CPR can be physically demanding and exhausting. To maintain effectiveness, consider sharing the work with another rescuer.

Collaboration with another rescuer helps alleviate fatigue.
CPR training is not essential for the second rescuer; instructions can be provided.

2. Coordinated CPR Assistance

Efficiently coordinate CPR efforts with a second rescuer:

The primary rescuer guides and demonstrates the required actions while performing chest compressions.
During the breaths phase, the second rescuer prepares to immediately resume compressions once the breaths are completed.

3. Rotation Every Two Minutes

Maintain CPR effectiveness through regular rotation:

Consider swapping roles every two minutes to combat rescuer fatigue.
If you have no additional assistance and become tired, focus on chest compressions, taking a break from breaths.

4. Staying Updated with CPR Guidelines

Stay informed with the latest CPR guidelines:

Adhere to the 2021 UK and European Resuscitation Council guidelines.
Stay prepared for future updates and revisions.

Learning Outcomes:

IPOSi Unit four LO3.1, 3.2 & 3.3
IPOSi Unit two LO1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 & 2.3

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