Experts to demonstrate effective CPR for children & infants
The Hamilton County Health Department, along with Hamilton County Public Safety Communications (911), will hold a free webinar on Children’s CPR at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25.
The webinar is designed to equip parents and caregivers with the essential skills needed to perform CPR on children effectively.
Ginder
“Knowing how to perform CPR on children is vital because their bodies are more delicate, and their needs differ from adults in an emergency,” said Jim Ginder, Health Education Specialist at the Hamilton County Health Department. “Immediate and correct CPR can significantly increase the chances of survival and reduce the risk of long-term damage.”
The webinar will cover crucial aspects of children’s CPR, including how it differs from adult CPR.
“Children’s CPR involves different techniques and amounts of force,” Ginder explained. “For infants and children, the compressions are typically performed with one hand or even two fingers, and the depth of compressions is less. It’s crucial to be gentle yet effective to avoid causing injury.”
Understanding the scenarios where children’s CPR might be needed is another vital component of the training.
“The most common scenarios include situations where a child has drowned, choked, or suffered a severe allergic reaction, or when an infant has sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS),” Ginder said. “With children, time is of the essence, and having the right skills can make a life-saving difference.”
To learn more about administering CPR to children, register for this free webinar. Secure your spot today by visiting tinyurl.com/cpr-for-children.