What is Hands Only CPR?
Hands only CPR or hands only cardiopulmonary resuscitation is gaining ground as a very acceptable alternative to performing chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation for people who have had a sudden heart attack. Studies published in the journal Circulation in March 2008, suggest that bystanders are more likely to perform hands only CPR because it eliminates the mouth breathing component. Presently, only about 33% of people who collapse due to a sudden heart attack actually receive true CPR, possibly because people are untrained, and also because bystanders are unwilling to try. Conversely, hands only CPR seems a much easier method, requires far less training and is more likely to be performed by someone with minimal training. Instead of having a breathing component, hands only CPR focuses on chest compressions only to help heart beat. It is still appropriate to get training for this, but it is easier to learn. You can watch some online videos that demonstrate the technique,
