2. Each year, cardiovascular disease and sudden cardiac arrest claim the lives of countless Americans before they reach a hospital. 80 percent of cardiac arrests occur at home and at-risk patients are more likely to suffer cardiac arrest. We will learn about the value of CPR education for communities as well as family members and caregivers of at-risk patients. Why Are We Here? MOST
3. We are talking about fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters and valued members of the community…
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6. Bystander CPR Issues! If bystander CPR can markedly improve outcomes , why are survival rates from out-of-hospital SCA still so poor? The low rate of bystander CPR performed is a significant contributor. Studies have documented that in many communities, only 15% to 30% of SCA victims receive bystander CPR before EMS personnel arrive at the scene. Very few
