CPR and AED (häftad, eng)

CPR and AED, Ninth Edition equips readers with the knowledge and skills needed to respond quickly and confidently to life‑threatening injuries or sudden medical emergencies. This comprehensive, step‑by‑step guide covers how to relieve airway obstruction, perform high‑quality CPR, and safely use an automated external defibrillator (AED), empowering responders to take informed action when it counts most.

Designed for use in training programs that certify lay responders in CPR and AED, this updated edition reflects the latest Consensus on Science with Treatment Recommendations (CoSTR) from the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and aligns with the American Heart Association (AHA) Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) Guidelines—ensuring instruction based on globally recognized best practices.

What’s new in the Ninth Edition:

- Expanded content on responder confidence, resilience, emotional considerations, and the willingness to help in an emergency
- New guidance on self‑care procedures, first aid recipient expectations, and one‑handed infant heel compression techniques
- Decision tables that clearly summarize key signs to recognize and the appropriate treatment steps to take
- Skill Sheets with step‑by‑step instructions and visual summaries of important skills and lifesaving techniques.
- Flowcharts that reinforce critical decision‑making processes and proper emergency procedures
- Updated photographs and illustrations that reflect real‑world scenarios and enhance learning
- A refined table of contents for faster reference and focused study New appendix dedicated to life‑threatening bleeding control

Whether used in a classroom or as a quick reference, CPR and AED, Ninth Edition is an essential resource for building confidence, competence, and readiness to respond in emergencies.

ECSI programmes are offered in association with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Emergency Physicians - two of the most renowned medical organizations in the worldThese organizations provide medical direction to ECSI and stand behind the content of the training materials. The programmes are consistent with ILCOR recommendations and meet or exceed the American Health Association (AHA) guidelines. For more information on how to become an ECSI instructor or approved ECSI Education Centre, please contact us directly at [email protected] We’d be happy to help.

Format	Häftad
Omfång	52 sidor
Språk	Engelska
Förlag	Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
Utgivningsdatum	2026-08-07
ISBN	9781284329360