How to be CPR+AED certified.
It made me
feel accomplished. 
"You! Call the ambulance, 995, and get the AED now."
How I did it: 4th November 2009. The class was filled with such expressions, and that was the kind of interactivity that made the 4 hours enjoyable. I kept laughing to myself every time the trainer exclaimed "Gedebap!" when describing a person's collapse. At the same time, it was really effective. He emphasized on the important things throughout the class and after which, it was a breeze doing the theory and practical tests. I have to say, it was really fun, but am not hoping to perform CPR anytime soon. Very useful knowledge nonetheless. Both self-beneficial and helpful to others. So, yoga instructor or personal trainer? o.O
Lessons & tips:
MEDICAL PROTOCOL
Just remember DR. ABC when you see a person lying on the floor.
Danger (Look at the surroundings and ensure safety before approaching victim. Check for metal, water, gases. Remove all dangers with caution.)
Responsiveness (Pat victim on shoulders and call out to him to check for any sign of consciousness. If none, get someone to call for an ambulance and get the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) if available.)
Airway (Open airway using Head-Tilt-Chin-Lift.)
Breathing (Look, Listen, Feel (10 seconds) - your ear to victim's mouth, eyes to his chest. If none, give 2 breaths at 1 second each.)
Circulation (Perform CPR* until any of these 3 things occur: 1) AED arrives 2) Trained help takes over 3) Victim starts to move.)
* Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR):
- Expose victim's chest.
- Place the heel of one hand on the centre of the victim's chest in between the nipples.
- Place the heel of your other hand on top of the first hand. Interlace your fingers, lock elbows and shift body directly over victim's chest.
- Give 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths. Compress 4-5 cm at a compression rate of approximately 100 per minute. Push hard and fast. After each compression, release chest pressure to let it return to its normal position. Repeat cycle until AED arrives, trained help takes over or victim starts to move. For a child, you may use either one or two hands for compressions and compress about 1/3 to 1/2 of chest depth.
- If breathing or signs of circulation is present, place victim in Recovery Position.
