CPR courses in NJ can save countless lives; however, the fact is that not enough bystanders and/or family members are trained in, and able to perform, CPR when a crisis occurs. When an individual goes into cardiac arrest, someone close by being able to immediately perform CPR can be the difference between life and death. If you have never taken a CPR training course, here are a few of the many reasons why you should consider doing so.
CPR Saves Lives
Cardiac arrest occurs in more than 300,000 individuals in the US each year. Cardiac arrest occurs when a problem causes the heart to fail. When an individual’s heart stops, this means that it stops pumping blood and oxygen throughout the body. The longer an individual goes without circulation, the lower their chances of survival are. When a bystander/family member is able to perform CPR on someone who has gone into cardiac arrest, they are able to keep the person’s blood circulating until an ambulance arrives and medical professionals take over. It has been shown that an individual’s chances of survival more than double when CPR is started before medical professionals arrive.
CPR is Easy to Learn
Many people who have not taken CPR courses claim that they have not done so because they fear that it is difficult, or that they will not be able to do it properly. The fact is, however, that non-medical civilians are now increasingly being taught to give hands-only CPR without the use of rescue breaths. This makes learning CPR extremely simple, and with the aid of an experienced instructor, can be done in a few short hours.
Most Cardiac Arrests Occur at Home
It is estimated that more than 80% of cardiac arrests occur within the home. This means that each individual in a household knowing CPR is not just recommended, but could be vital in an emergency situation. Knowing CPR can assure that your loved ones get the proper attention they need before help arrives, which can greatly improve their chances of survival.
Taking a CPR training course could mean the difference between life and death for someone you love. Contact us to find out more about why you should consider taking a CPR training course as well as to schedule a training session.
