Frequently Asked Questions
Which payment options are available?
We accept payments in the form of: Cash, Check, Card, Venmo, Doubloons
When is payment due?
Payment is due at the start of class.
What is your cancelation policy?
If you need to drop a course you’ve signed up for, please let us know at least 24 hours in advanced.
Are there group rates?
Yes, we can offer discounted rates for groups 10 or larger.
Can you come to my location?
Yes! We do travel. Just need enough space to hold a class. If you have a TV, the better. If not, let us know and we can bring our own AV equipment.
When is CPR needed?
If someone is unconscious, check to see if they are breathing for 10 seconds. If they are not, then you should start CPR.
How effective is CPR?
CPR performed by bystanders improves the survival chances for a victim. 45% of cardiac arrest victims whose incidents occurred outside of a hospital survived when a bystander performed CPR.
What are the main steps of CPR?
- Recognize there is an emergency
- Call 911
- Push hard and fast on the center of the chest (between the nipples) at a rate of 100-120 per minute.
Should I stop compressions if the victim gasps?
No! Gasping is a sign of cardiac arrest and often occurs for a while soon after the arrest and will continue when effective compressions are being delivered. It is NOT an indication of recovery. Continue chest compressions until paramedics arrive; gasping is a sign you are doing a good job.
What are the main steps of CPR?
- Recognize there is an emergency
- Call 911
- Push hard and fast on the center of the chest (between the nipples) at a rate of 100-120 per minute.
Do I have to remove a person’s clothes to do Chest-Compression-Only CPR or only
when using an AED?
It is not necessary to remove a patient’s clothing in order to do chest-compression-only CPR. However, if an AED is available, turn on the device and follow the instructions, which state to “remove patient’s clothing.” Defibrillator pads must be placed directly on the patient’s skin in order for the electrical current to be conducted.
Can I be held liable for performing Chest-Compression Only CPR?
The Good Samaritan law protects bystanders and their actions when they decide to help someone in an emergency. There is some form of the Good Samaritan Law in all states of the U.S. Chest-Compression-Only CPR and conventional CPR are both covered under the Good Samaritan Law. It does not matter whether you are certified or not but remember to always respect the patient.