Formula Reminder:C.A.B
Clinical Overview
Heart stops beating effectively. Patient is unconscious, unresponsive, and not breathing normally. Immediate CPR is required.
CRITICAL CONTRAINDICATIONS (DO NOT)
- ×Do not stop CPR compressions for more than 10 seconds.
- ×Do not compress less than 2 inches deep.
Emergency Action Procedure
Step-by-Step Guidance
1
Check Responsiveness & Call 999
Shake shoulders and shout 'Are you okay?'. If no response and not breathing, call 999 and get an AED.
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2
Start Chest Compressions
Place heel of one hand on center of chest, other hand on top. Push hard and fast (100-120 bpm, 2-2.4 inches deep).
Caution:Push to the beat of 'Staying Alive'. Allow the chest to recoil fully between compressions.
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3
Open the Airway
Tilt the head back slightly and lift the chin to open the respiratory pathway.
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4
Give 2 Rescue Breaths
Pinch nose shut, seal your mouth over theirs, and blow for 1 second. Watch the chest rise. Repeat once.
Caution:If you are untrained or unwilling to give breaths, perform hands-only CPR (continuous compressions).
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5
Continue CPR (30:2 Cycle)
Repeat the cycle of 30 compressions and 2 breaths. Keep going until paramedics arrive or AED is ready.
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🚨WHEN TO CALL EMERGENCY SERVICES
- •Cardiac arrest is a critical life-threatening emergency. Immediate 999 call is required.
ESTIMATED RECOVERY TIMELINE
Highly critical (emergency room)
Timeline is typical for uncomplicated healing. Always follow doctor guidance.
🚨 EMERGENCY ALERT: CALL 999 IMMEDIATELY FOR LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCIES