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BHU Trains 150 in Life-Saving CPR Skills
21 Jul
Summary
- Training focused on managing cardiac arrest, stroke, and other emergencies.
- Hands-on CPR and life-saving techniques were taught using mannequins.
- Around 150 individuals, including students and security personnel, participated.
On Tuesday, Banaras Hindu University's proctorial board and Institute of Medical Sciences jointly organized a life-saving skills training program on the occasion of National CPR Day. The event focused on equipping participants with the knowledge to identify and manage various medical emergencies, including cardiac arrest, stroke, unconsciousness, and severe bleeding.
Participants received practical instruction in high-quality CPR, airway management, and the recovery position, utilizing modern training mannequins. Experts emphasized that immediate CPR from a bystander is crucial in the minutes following a cardiac arrest, significantly improving survival chances.
The training saw approximately 150 attendees, comprising 35 security personnel, 100 final-year MBBS students, and 15 physiotherapy students. The program actively supported the 'CPR Ready India' campaign by enhancing the community's readiness to respond to critical situations.
