List and briefly explain 3 of your takeaways from the CPR unit.

CPR is undoubtedly a valuable skill to possess, serving as a crucial asset in unforeseen emergencies, despite the wish that such situations never arise. However, with the addition of the new acronym “CCC” (constant chest compressions), which replaces the traditional 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths method, the fear associated with administering breaths to a stranger’s mouth is significantly mitigated, ensuring a continuous cycle of compressions until the individual regains consciousness. Furthermore, the CPR presentation also provided comprehensive guidance on the proper utilization of an AED, showing the step-by-step procedures and highlighting key locations where these life-saving devices are readily available in emergencies. During the presentation, they also gave us valuable insight as to how easily something like a heart attack can happen and why it is so necessary to be ready. Another thing I found quite helpful was showing us how to access a situation and tell if they’re in need of CPR. Notably, the presentation underscored the remarkable disparity in survival rates, revealing a stark contrast between the mere 10% chance of survival prior to CPR intervention and the remarkable 40% increase in survival rates following the administration of chest compressions. That is why I chose this presentation to be the one that I speak about. CPR (or CCC) is such a helpful skill and in the right situation it can entirely save a human life that is why this presentation why so important to me.

Critical and Reflective Thinking

I can analyze evidence to make judgements. This presentation helped me in my critical thinking by helping me analyze situations to make necessary decisions and judgements. Part of the presentation talked about how you can tell if someone is in need of CPR. This includes if they’re breathing, how to check someones pulse, to alert the authorities, if you are in a safe area for CPR, and much more.