The American Heart Association endorses a Hands-Only CPR method for teens and adults who collapse anywhere outside of a hospital.<\/p>\n
The AHA determined that by eliminating mouth-to-mouth, more bystanders might actively engage in CPR. The Hands-Only CPR technique is so simple, nearly anyone can do it. <\/p>\n
There are two steps; first, call 9-1-1, or have someone else call, and remember to stay on the line with the operator until help arrives. <\/p>\n
The second step; administer hard and fast pumps in the center of the chest. The AHA is looking for 100-120 pushes per minute, at a depth of about 2 inches. <\/p>\n
Keep this routine up until help arrives, and, if you must stop, make sure to have someone take over for you. <\/p>\n