CPR instructor resuscitated after a heart attack -

A 77-year old CPR instructor from England is saved by his students after suffering a heart attack.

Life on the line

David Knowles was teaching a first aid course to his church group a couple of months ago when he started to feel dizzy and weak. He instructed his students, who though he was role playing, on what to do before he passed out.

Vancouver first aid — Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving skill that can save a life.

Knowles just started his lecture and discussing about cardiopulmonary resuscitation. He went into cardiac arrest. His students called 911 and performed CPR until the arrival of the emergency crews.

Knowles, a retired nurse, stated that if it wasn’t for the students, he would have died. He was place into a medically-induced coma and five weeks later, he is making “excellent progress” at his home in England.

Saving a life with CPR training

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving skill that can save a life. The immediate delivery of this skill can improve the chances of survival. You can be prepared by enrolling in a first aid course today.

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