When to stop CPR: B.E.T.A

When to stop CPR: B.E.T.A

1. 1: Breathing

   • If person starts to breathe on their own or begins to move their arms or legs
   • Turn them onto their side
     • If NO suspected neck or back injury
   • Cover them with a blanket
   • Check their breathing every 1 -2 minutes, if it stops provide rescue breaths and check the pulse if needed continue CPR

2. 2: Energy

   • If AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) or a defibrillator is used noone should be touching the por delivering a shockerson when it is analyzing
   • If someone is touching the unconscious person when the AED or defibrillator unit analyses there is a chance their heart beat will be picked up and the machine will chose not to shock the person
   • If the first aider or paramedic delivers a shock while someone is in contact with the person, they an become injured

3. 3: Tired

   • When performing CPR the first aider becomes tired as the compressions require a large amount of strength
   • You can get someone from the crowd to assist you, you can show them the steps of CPR and can work together
   • If there is NO ONE to help they can stop for 2 - 3 minutes to rest then resume CPR
     • This is not recommended: avoid if possible

4. 4: Ambulance

   • Don't stop CPR when you hear the ambulance arrive, as they need to get the equipment and still get to where you are which can take a few minutes
   • Only stop doing CPR when the paramedic tells you to stop
   • Sometimes you may need to continue CPR while they attach an ECG monitor, put up drips to administer medication or perform other advanced life saving techniques