When healthcare providers think about high-quality CPR, they usually focus on compression depth and compression rate. Most students entering a Basic Life Support (BLS) skills session know they should push hard and push fast. Yet one of the most common reasons students struggle during a BLS skills check has nothing to do with pressing too … Read more
Bag-valve-mask (BVM) ventilation is one of the most important skills in emergency response and one of the most commonly performed incorrectly. During a BLS skills check, many students understand compression sequences and AED use but struggle when it comes to maintaining a proper mask seal. A leaking mask means oxygen escapes instead of reaching the … Read more
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) follows a structured rhythm of chest compressions and rescue breaths. During standard Basic Life Support (BLS), providers are trained to use specific compression-to-ventilation ratios. However, many healthcare providers become confused once an advanced airway enters the picture. Questions such as “Do compressions stop after intubation?”, “Does the ratio stay 30:2?”, and “How … Read more
