CPR for Family and Friends

The CPR for Family and Friends awareness program is modular and teaches rescuers skills in CPR and relief of choking (foreignbody airway obstruction). It presents information about the
American Heart Association adult Chain of Survival and signs of heart attack, cardiac arrest, stroke and choking in adults. The course also presents information on the American Heart Association pediatric infant and child Chain of Survival, signs of choking in infants and children, how to reduce risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and prevention of the most common fatal injuries in infants and children.

Intended Audience: All lay rescuers, such as schoolchildren, family members of patients at risk for sudden cardiac death, and other laypersons who want to learn rescue skills for loved ones.

Course Materials: CPR for Family and Friends Text, Required

Course Length: All ages: 4½ hours Adult: 2 1/3 hours Infant and child: 2½ hours
Fee: $30
Tuesday /Thursday

 

For more information please call 215-380-3174

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