CPR and AED

CPR and AED, Ninth Edition equips readers with the knowledge and skills needed to respond quickly and confidently to life-threatening injuries or sudden medical emergencies. This comprehensive, step-by-step guide covers how to relieve airway obstruction, perform high-quality CPR, and safely use an automated external defibrillator (AED), empowering responders to take informed action when it counts most. Designed for use in training programs that certify lay responders in CPR and AED, this updated edition reflects the latest Consensus on Science with Treatment Recommendations (CoSTR) from the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and aligns with the American Heart Association (AHA) Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) Guidelines—ensuring instruction based on globally recognized best practices.