Complete CPR Training

For years, I wanted to learn CPR but I was afraid I couldn't do it and that I might be too old to learn it. Plus, I definitely knew I couldn't afford it through a private company. Then one day my 55 year-old husband developed congestive heart failure and survived. No more excuses. We took the CPR/AED certification class offered by our church for free and passed. In two years, I'll need recertification. However, unless CPR is practiced after the class time, many of us lose the timing or forget how many breaths, when to breathe, when to pump the chest, how to pump the chest, etc. This CPR DVD, while somewhat monotonous (like practicing piano scales can be monotonous), is essential so that if a time comes and someone needs CPR, it'll be automatic. This DVD has helped me build up confidence that I can do this to the best of my abilities until professional help arrives. CPR is not a guarantee of bringing someone back to life, but sometimes it's the only chance someone has after you call 9-1-1 and while you wait for the ambulance to arrive. Who should learn it? Everyone, especially if someone has a spouse with heart problems or has elderly relatives or children. One lady in the class I attended was there to learn CPR because a lot of her friends have young children, many of whom like to swim, and she didn't want to lose any of them to drowning or choking. This DVD also demonstrates the Heimlich Manuever, which is actually done a little differently on younger children and a lot differently on babies than it's done on adults. For all those reasons, I recommend buying this DVD and watching it over and over and over until you hear the beats in your dreams, and, if you can, take a CPR/AED course in your area. It only takes a few hours to learn and practice. You don't need a mannequin; use a pillow or a teddy bear. If I can do it, so can you.

Easy to learn from!!

The product was as it was described.

The guy doing the video is too into himself. It’s fine to do an intro at the beginning, but come on….the training is ok but do we really need to hear all his qualifications in every movie? It’s also outdated now, so just use it for basic knowledge.

This is a much appreciated addition to inventory of things that make my life as easy as one would like to have it. As a person who depends a lot on external sources for my professional fulfillment, I am very satisfied.

I thought this was an excellent video. Clear and Easy to understand. My biggest praise would be the "why" explanations. Something that I personally didn't get when taking the red cross class.

Since I haven't had CPR training in some time, I decided that a video would be a good refresher to do at home. This video fits the bill nicely for both those who have had prior training and anyone thinking about it. No drama, just good sound CPR basics.

Covers everything - from newborns to adults. The most complete and comprehensive while keeping it direct and to the point. I like to watch a few times a year to keep me on my toes. A must have!