3f: Two-Rescuer BLS/CPR for Adults (2024)

Two-rescuer BLS and CPR for Adults is covered in this segment. Often there is a second person available who can act as a rescuer. The ILCOR places emphasis on the overwhelming availability of cell phones and how that should make it easier to make emergency calls without leaving a scene. The two rescuers work in tandem to administer care.

Many times there will be a second person available who can act as a rescuer. The ILCOR emphasizes that cell phones are available everywhere now and most have a built-in speakerphone. Direct the second rescuer to call 911 or your local EMS number without leaving the person while you begin CPR. This second rescuer can also find an AED while you stay with the individual. When the second rescuer returns, the CPR tasks can be shared.

The steps for CPR are similar between one-rescuer and two-rescuer BLS; however, there are some slight differences. Let’s review the two-rescuer CPR steps.

For the first step, have the second rescuer prepare the AED for use.

Next, deliver chest compressions counting out loud.

Then, have the second rescuer apply the AED pads.

Have the second rescuer open the individual’s airway and give rescue breaths.

Switch roles after every five cycles of compressions and breaths. One cycle consists of 30 compressions and two breaths for Adults.

Be sure that between each compression you completely stop pressing on the chest and allow
the chest wall to return to its natural position. Leaning or resting on the chest between
compressions can keep the heart from refilling in between each compression and make CPR
less effective. Rescuers who become tired may tend to lean on the chest more during
compressions; switching roles helps rescuers perform high-quality compressions.

Quickly switch between roles to minimize interruptions in delivering chest compressions.

When the AED is connected, minimize interruptions of CPR by switching rescuers while the AED analyzes the heart rhythm. If a shock is indicated, minimize interruptions in CPR. Resume CPR as soon as possible with chest compressions.

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