Basic Life Support

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The provision of treatment designed to maintain adequate circulation and ventilation to a patient in cardiac arrest, without the use of drugs or specialist equipment.

Impressive AED statistic from Holland
Glossary: Resuscitation Council UK
The national professional body that publishes evidence-based resuscitation guidelines for the UK, accredits resuscitation training courses, and promotes CPR awareness. RCUK guidelines govern resuscitation practice in NHS settings and are updated periodically to reflect the latest international evidence on cardiac arrest and post-resuscitation care.
Becoming a Community First Responder

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