what are the new techniques in cpr recently approved by the american heart association?

Answer 1

The new AHA guidlines recent changes; Double rate of compression to 30: to 2 breaths. No stacked shocks (x3), only one shock at a significantly lower Joules. Previous Joules were 300-360, now it is as low as 120-200- one shock per cycle. So much emphasis on compression/vent for perfusion, stating not to stop compressions to evaluate rhythm post shock. Even to continue compression/ventilations for additional 2 minutes after pulse recovered (they had studies show that there is very poor perfusion immediately after rhythm recovered). The code leader must assign people to take turns for compressions in order to compensate for the fast rate of 30-2. Not a new drug, but reviewed is Vasopressin as another drug offered instead of Epinephrine, instead of pushing Epi every 3-5 minutes, Vasopresson has the same effect and lasts up to three cycles (15 min) which in most cases carries the duration of the code. Which saves alot of Epi/flushes, it frees up your time to focus on the compressions. These seem to be the most recent changes.

Answer 2

the main thing i am aware of is the change in the ratio of compressions. i can't remember the original but its now 15:2 for i think three cycles before checking ABCs again. I also think they change the ratio for babies to 1:5 (i don't know if that is new). Lastly when i took the class agian in 2004, i noticed they made a change in when you are suppose to call 911 if you are alone and peforming CPR on a child. best thing to do is to get the book from the red cross. its free.

Answer 3

The only thing that has changed is the ratio of compressions to breaths.
Adult/adolescent- 30:2
Infant- 5:1

Answer 4

It is easier for you to do a search online or call the red cross and have them mail you this information (they will) than it is for me to explain to you something that you need to read anyway.