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CPR, First Aid & Automated
External Defibrillators
An important component of
both safety and emergency preparedness is knowing how to deal with
medical emergencies. The
Chain of Survival includes Early Access to 9-1-1, Early CPR, Early
Defibrillation, and Early Advanced Care.
Early Access Early CPR
Early Defibrillation Early
Advanced Care
©AHA
Tualatin Valley Fire &
Rescue is involved in all four links of the chain. We
provide training and information for home and the workplace on how to
access 9-1-1, perform CPR and first aid, and use automated external
defibrillators (AEDs). Our
first-response
paramedics provide advanced life support. In addition, we
provide support and guidance for those interesting in purchasing and
deploying AEDs.
CPR and AEDs in the race against time (USA
Today)
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