Have you ever asked yourself if you need to take a CPR training course? Then you probably should. OLLI is offering a CPR class on Monday, July 2. Why should you take the time to attend a class? Here are four good reasons.
1. CPR saves lives. You might see a person suddenly collapse, lose consciousness, and stop breathing. The longer the body goes without circulation, the lower the chance of survival. By performing CPR, you are able to help the person's blood keep circulating until an ambulance arrives.
2. CPR is not performed enough. National statistics have shown that only 15 to 30 percent of people who experience sudden cardiac arrests outside of hospitals receive bystander CPR.
3. Hand-only CPR is easy to learn. Learn a technique that works best for you so that you are comfortable if you are in a situation where you can save a life.
4. Most cardiac arrests occur in the home. More than 85 percent of cardiac arrests take place at home. Lives are often saved by a husband, wife, child or friend.
OLLI Class: Saving a Life with CPR
Learn about the latest developments in CPR, how to use an AED to shock the heart when necessary and practice doing chest compressions. Also, learn what to do when someone is choking. This class involves active participation. Offered in partnership with Bryan Health Care System.
Instructor: Mindi Jo Boettcher, coordinator, Training Center, Bryan Medical Center
Facilitator: David Dyke
Day/Date: Mon, July 2
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Location: Bryan Health West, Conference Room A
Cost: $10
Register online: https://cehs25.unl.edu/wconnect/ace/quickpick.awp
Register by telephone: 402-472-6265
Please have your credit card handy.