Two Saskatoon boys were recognized for saving their grandmother with timely CPR. Kian Wu, 10-years old and his brother, Grayson, 7-years old started CPR on their grandmother, Patti Chatterson after she had a cardiac arrest.
Saving a loved one
The 62-year old was successfully resuscitated due to the efforts of her grandsons as well as paramedics who defibrillated her 4 times. According to Grayson, it was difficult to stay brave as he was sad, scared and nervous. Their grandmother was not breathing and had no pulse so they knew that there was something wrong.
It was Kian who spoke with the emergency dispatcher Allison Maffin who instructed him on what to do. Kian was instructed to lay her on the ground flat with no pillows below her body and start the compressions until the paramedics arrived.
Prompt intervention with CPR
Immediately delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save a life. This life-saving technique can significantly increase the chances of survival during emergencies.
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