How do you restore heartbeat?

Restoring a heartbeat in case of cardiac arrest:

1. Check for responsiveness:

- Gently shake the person and shout, "Are you okay?"

- If they do not respond or are unresponsive, call for help and activate the emergency response system (911 or your local emergency number).

- If you are the only person present and trained in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), proceed to step 2.

2. Begin CPR:

- Place the person on a firm, flat surface.

- Kneel next to the person and position yourself so that your shoulders are directly over their chest.

- Interlock your fingers and extend your arms fully, positioning the heel of one hand on the center of the person's chest, between the nipples. Place your other hand over the first, interlocking your fingers.

- Position yourself perpendicular to the chest and deliver firm chest compressions. Press hard and fast, at a rate of about 100 to 120 compressions per minute.

- Allow the chest to fully recoil between compressions. Avoid jerking or bouncing movements.

- Continue chest compressions until help arrives or the person starts breathing normally again.

3. Give rescue breaths:

- If you are trained in CPR and comfortable performing rescue breaths, you may incorporate this into the CPR sequence.

- After completing 30 compressions, stop and deliver two rescue breaths by pinching the person's nose and sealing your mouth completely over theirs, providing enough air to make their chest rise. Allow air to passively escape between breaths.

- Repeat cycles of 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths until help arrives or the person shows signs of life.

4. Use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator):

- If an AED is available, retrieve and power it on.

- Follow the voice prompts provided by the AED. It will analyze the person's heart rhythm and determine if a shock is needed.

- Ensure that no one is touching the person while the AED analyzes the rhythm.

- If the AED indicates a shock is necessary, it will instruct you on how to administer it. Apply the electrode pads as instructed and stand clear when the AED charges and delivers the shock.

Remember that proper training in CPR and AED use is essential to effectively restore a heartbeat in life-threatening situations. If you are not trained, perform hands-only CPR (chest compressions without rescue breaths) until professional help arrives.