More Important Facts About CPR and BLS

More Important Facts About CPR and BLS

Basic Life Support training is important for just about anyone in any part of the world, because it can save so many lives; however, if you are a healthcare provider, then you know that it is absolutely essential to obtain your BLS certification, and get re-certified whenever you need to. This article is going to be touching on why this certification is absolutely necessary, and how many people per year it can help.

Statistics on Basic Life Support

  • 70% of Americans Do Not Know CPR.
  • 92% of Victims Who Suffer From Cardiac Arrest Die Before Ever Reaching a Hospital.
  • Cardiac Arrest is still the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States.
  • 360,000 Cardiac Arrests Happen Outside of a Hospital Every Year.
  • Death Occurs Within Minutes of a Victim Becoming Unresponsive.

Only You Can Make a Difference

Whether you are a bystander with minimal BLS training, or if you are a healthcare provider, if you see an innocent bystander who is suffering from a medical emergency that requires CPR or basic life support, don’t waste time. Act fast, and perform CPR while instructing another individual to get on the phone with 9-1-1 emergency services. Someone’s life could be in your hands someday and the most important thing you can do is act fast and be prepared for the unexpected.

HEALTH CARE DISCLAIMER: This site and its services do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your health care provider for diagnosis and treatment, including your specific medical needs. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem or condition, please contact a qualified health care professional immediately. If you are in the United States and experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or call for emergency medical help immediately.

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