09/11/2026
Learn about Hands Only CPR at Patriot Day this Sunday at Johnson-Springview Park!
The purpose of hands-only CPR is to manually pump blood and keep oxygen flowing to the brain and vital organs during sudden cardiac arrest until professional help arrives.
Key Goals
Maintain circulation:
Push blood through the body when the heart stops beating effectively.
Protect the brain:
Deliver the remaining oxygen in the bloodstream to the brain to prevent permanent damage.
Increase survival:
Double or triple a person's chance of survival by starting continuous chest compressions immediately.
Reduce bystander hesitation:
Remove the barrier of mouth-to-mouth rescue breaths, making it easier and faster for untrained individuals to
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