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Red Cross Adult CPR/AED Protocol Practice
Student:
Date:
Red Cross Check-Call-Care Reminder
CHECK
Scene & Responsiveness
CALL
911 & Get AED
CARE
Compressions & Breaths
Scenario 01: The Sideline Suddenness
You are in the stands at the high school championship game. Suddenly, a referee collapses near center court. The crowd goes silent as he lies motionless on the floor.
Initial Assessment
What specific things are you checking for first?
The Call
How do you manage the crowd and get help?
Care Plan
Detail your CPR and AED steps for this person.
Scenario 02: Mall Meltdown
While walking through a crowded food court at the mall, a middle-aged woman suddenly stops walking and falls forward onto the ground. People are staring but no one is moving to help.
Scene Safety
Describe hazards and your "Shout-Tap-Shout" steps.
Mobilizing Help
Who do you look for and where would you find an AED?
Action Steps
If she is not breathing, what is your immediate priority?
Scenario 03: Poolside Panic
It's your first week as a junior lifeguard. A father pulls himself out of the pool, clutches his chest, and collapses on the concrete deck.
Initial Assessment
How do you handle the family while assessing the victim?
Wet Protocol
What precaution must you take before using an AED?
Life-Saving Sequence
Explain the CPR cycle (ratio) and how long you continue.
Final Debrief Question
Why is the use of an AED just as important as high-quality compressions in all three of these situations?
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The Master Protocol
CHECK
• Is the scene safe ?
• Check for responsiveness.
• "Shout-Tap-Shout".
• Check for breathing (10s max).
CALL
• Point to someone: "You, call 911!"
• "You, get an AED!"
• Put phone on speaker.
CARE
• 30 Compressions.
• 2 Rescue Breaths.
• Use AED immediately when it arrives!
Scenario 01
The Sideline Suddenness
"A high school referee collapses at center court during the championship game. The gym is packed and noisy."
How do you get through the crowd?
Who has an AED in a school?
The Game Plan: Debrief
Crowd Control
Clear the area! Direct bystanders to create a perimeter so you have space to work.
The Call
Don't just yell "Help!" Point at the athletic trainer or a specific student. "You in the red hoodie, call 911!"
Pro Tip
In a gym, the floor is hard—perfect for compressions. Don't waste time moving them unless they are in direct danger. If an AED is in the coach's office or hallway, send two people to get it so one can help navigate.
Scenario 02
Mall Meltdown
"A woman falls forward in the food court. No one is helping. The music is loud, and there are many people standing around."
How do you handle the bystander effect?
Where do mall security keep AEDs?
Mall Response: Debrief
Breaking the Silence
Be the leader. Check the scene first—spilled soda or wet floors could be a hazard for YOU.
AED Location
Most malls have AEDs near security desks or main entrances. Send someone to find a security guard immediately.
Watch Out
If she fell forward, check for mouth injuries before giving rescue breaths. If you aren't comfortable with breaths or don't have a mask, do Continuous Hands-Only CPR (compressions only) until help arrives.
Scenario 03
Poolside Panic
"A father clutches his chest and collapses on the wet concrete deck after swimming. You are the only guard nearby."
Electricity + Water = ?
How do you handle the family?
Pool Protocol: Debrief
Wipe and Dry
The chest must be dry before applying AED pads. Quickly wipe the chest with a towel or your shirt.
Puddles Matter
Move the victim away from standing water or puddles before shocking. A damp surface is okay, but a puddle is dangerous.
Critical Guard Duty
Tell the children to step back or find another adult to watch them. Your focus is the victim. If they were in the water, check for airway obstruction (water) during your assessment.
Don't Stop!
Continue CPR until an AED arrives, the victim shows signs of life, EMS takes over, or you are too exhausted to continue.
PUSH HARD, PUSH FAST
Be the Hero
You have the tools. You have the knowledge.
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9th Grade Health | Red Cross Adult CPR/AED Protocol
60-Minute Lesson Plan
Time Activity Facilitation Goal 0-10 min Protocol Review Review Check-Call-Care. Emphasize "Shout-Tap-Shout". 10-25 min Scenario 1: Game Day Individual work. Focus on noisy environment management. 25-40 min Scenario 2: Mall Collapse Pair work. Focus on Bystander Effect & security location. 40-55 min Scenario 3: Poolside Group work. Focus on AED pad safety and wet skin. 55-60 min The Golden Rule Recap "Don't Stop" rule. Collect worksheets.
Red Cross Core Protocol Summary
1. Check
Scene safety, victim responsiveness (shout-tap-shout), and breathing for 5-10 seconds.
2. Call
Assign specific people: 1 to call 911, 1 to get AED. Keep phone on speaker.
3. Care
30 compressions (2-2.4") at 100-120 bpm, then 2 rescue breaths. Use AED ASAP.
Master Key for Case Studies
01: The Sideline Suddenness
Assessment & Call
Check scene. Point to athletic trainer to call 911. Schools usually have AEDs in gym or by office.
Care Steps
Hard floor is ideal. Start 30:2 cycles. Apply AED pads. Listen to AED voice prompts.
02: Mall Meltdown
Scene & Bystanders
Check for spills. Point at a specific bystander: "You, get security and an AED!"
AED Location
Found near security, main elevators, or mall entrances in wall-mounted cases.
03: Poolside Panic
Assessment & Family
Clear space around the victim. Ask another adult to lead the children away from the scene.
AED Wet Protocol
Wipe the victim's chest dry with a towel. Ensure nobody is touching the victim or standing in a puddle during shock.
Busting 9th Grade Myths
"I'll break their ribs!"
Cracking is normal. A broken rib can be fixed; a heart that stops cannot.
"What if I shock them wrong?"
The AED is smart. It only shocks if needed. You cannot accidentally shock someone.
"I'm scared of germs."
Hands-only CPR is highly effective. If no mask, perform continuous compressions.