CPR Masks/Faceshields?

Question

What is the difference between plain, flat CPR faceshields (http://rescuebreather.com/rescuebreathercomcgi/zstore/RBCstore.pl?user_action=detail&catalogno=RB-101); the "Microshield", a faceshield that thas a tubelike filter that is placed in the victim's mouth (http://www.cprmicroshield.com/microshield.html); and a CPR mask, a mask that is put over someone's mouth that has a replacable filter (http://www.cpr-savers.com/Industrials/Cpr%20prod/Masks/masks.html)?
Positives/negatives? Advantages/disadvantages? Which is best?

Also, how can you carry (your pick) with you so that you are prepared for emergencies?

please look at the links as i can't really describe them properly

Answer 1

The pocket mask (third link) is the best. Best advantages are: one-way valve so you're not inhaling what they exhale/vomit, mouth and nose coverage so you can breathe into victims with jaw/mouth injuries or otherwise obstructed mouth, easier to make a seal. However, I suggest that you take a Professional Rescuer CPR class so that you're familiarized with how to use it.

Put your hands in front of you and touch your two thumbs and two index fingers together to make a triange, with your palms down. The valve you breathe into would be in the center of that triangle, your remaining 3 fingers on each side would be on the victim's forehead and chin opening the airway. You have to make sure that you make a seal, which should be easy enough due to the pliable plastic cushion. It's still better to practice it on a mannequin before you do it on a real person though. Even take a mask to your next "normal" CPR class, the instructor should be able to tell you how to use it or give you time to practice with it. (Not all CPR instructors teach the professional level, but many do.)

Answer 2

CPR mask is the best. You get what you pay for. Whatever you get , make sure it has a one way valve because most first timers will blow too hard causing the stomach to fill with air. Then they vomit, Now you have a nonbreathing patient with a airway obstruction. Back to the Q. The only disadvantage to CPR mask is the size. a little micro shield won't take much room in your glove box. You can get all kinds of cases to carry them on a belt. If you figure your probably going to have to use it , spend the money on a good CPR mask. Remember a cheap little shield with a few pairs of gloves in the vehicle glove box is worth 100 CPR masks sitting at home.

Answer 3

size is the major difference here, they both serve the same purpose. Personally I prefer the mask over the sheild as maintaining an air tight seal seems easier with the mask.
the mask comes in a small triangular plastic case with a loop attached, it can be fastened to a belt or kept in a purse.

Answer 4

ok...my preference is the one that hooks behind the ears for a hands free faceshield...also you really need to find one that has the Micron protection which protects against TB and other airbourne diseases.