…However, rapid administration of BLS in the event of sudden cardiac arrest may be sufficient to resuscitate the individual, especially if an automatic external defibrillator…

…performed during advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). While basic life support (BLS) can be delivered by virtually anyone, advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ACLS) is provided by…

…slow, irregular breaths with a frequency of 1 to 4 breaths per minute. Agonal breathing is frequently seen during the first minute after cardiac arrest…

…al ). To maximize the likelihood of bystander CPR, laymen in the community must be trained in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS, basic life support). Training should…