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CPR - child 1 to 8 years old - series: Check for breathing

 Check for breathing

CPR - child 1 to 8 years old - series
Illustrations:

  • Check for breathing
  • Child not breathing
  • Chest compressions

    • 1. Check for responsiveness. Shake or tap the child gently. See if the child moves or makes a noise. Shout, "Are you OK?"

    2. If there is no response, shout for help. Send someone to call 911 and retrieve an automated external defibrillator (AED) if one is available. Do not leave the child alone to call 911 and retrieve an AED until you have performed CPR for about 2 minutes.

    3. Carefully place the child on their back. If there is a chance the child has a spinal injury, two people should move the child to prevent the head and neck from twisting.

    4. Open the airway. Lift up the chin with one hand. At the same time, push down on the forehead with the other hand.

    5. Look, listen, and feel for breathing. Place your ear close to the child's mouth and nose. Watch for chest movement. Feel for breath on your cheek.

    Update Date: 10/18/2007

    Updated by: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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