A 17-month old who became unconscious while in a taxi was given CPR. The parents stated that their son is still recovering in a hospital and eagerly thanks everyone who helped save their child’s life.
Prompt intervention with CPR
The family was in a Jiffy Cab headed to get groceries when the toddler ceased to breathe. The child had no heart rate, was not breathing so the parents moved him out of the car seat and placed in the passenger side and started CPR for up to 15 minutes before the first responders arrived and took over.
The dispatcher for Jiffy Cabs related CPR instructions over the cab radio until an ambulance reached the scene. According to the parents, their child had an underlying genetic condition that caused his kidneys to fail when he was around 3 weeks old and currently on dialysis to treat kidney issues.
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Prompt delivery of CPR and using an AED can save a life. If you want to be prepared during emergencies, it is recommended to enroll in a first aid course today.
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