Recent Studies Point to Effectiveness of Compression-Only CPR

Followers of this blog will note a subtle yet significant shift in the administering of CPR, away from mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and more towards a hands-only technique.

 

This is because, like other medical procedures, opinions on CPR effectiveness continue to evolve, as noted in a recent Newsweek article.

 

The science doesn’t lie.  A study out of Sweden, for example, found no discernible difference in survival rate of those administered chest compressions versus a combination of compression and assisted breathing.

 

Furthermore, a study out of the University of Washington found that when CPR must be administered by a layperson, the chest compression-only approach works best.  In fact, according to some surveys, close to 80 percent of lay people will try compression-only CPR if instructed, say, over the phone by a medical professional.

 

All of this data underscores the criticality of exploring on-site CPR training, especially in the compression-only technique.  It is easy and it works.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

About the author

Zack-Zarrilli
I spent 15 years as a firefighter and paramedic...

And too often I would arrive on the scene of someone unconscious, surrounded by a circle of people feeling helpless. Sometimes those people would even have CPR training but lacked the confidence and experience to act.

That’s why I started SureFire CPR. Our classes are practical and engaging – teaching you the crucial skills you need to know what to do and feel empowered to take action.

Zack Zarrilli Signature
Zack Zarrilli, Founder

Related Posts

WAIT!

Know exactly what to do when tragedy strikes!

Get the Free Ultimate CPR Guide

Your info will never be passed on to third parties. Read our privacy party to learn how we keep your data safe.