A Simple Guide to
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
-v%, DID you know? BLS increases survival rate by 20% when the victim is sent to a hospital
compared te one whe did not have BLS performed an them. Don’t hesitate. Just act!
Just Remember DR CAB
Check for any signs of danger to
the rescuer and to the casualty.
Make sure the area is safe.
Check response. Ask questions,
such as “Are you ok?” Shake the
casualty's shoulder.
Response
Check for pulse at the side of
the victim's windpipe
Do 30 chest compressions at
roo compressians/minute
REPEAT Open the airway. Perform a
Aa head-tilt chin-lift, Remove
= Contecssiins any obstructions in the mouth
3 s
and 2 Rescue Tae
Breaths
Pinch casualey’s nose.
Blow steadily until chest rises.
Give two effective breaths
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Check for pulse at the side of
the victim’s windpipe
Bag Continue CPR until:
-Emergency help arrives
-Casualty makes a movement
“You are too exhausted