Soseikai General Hospital (Kyoto City) conducted a series of outreach lectures at a local junior high school, providing practical instruction on AED usage and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a total of 40 students over two sessions.

The initiative, led by professional nurses and emergency medical technicians, was driven by two primary goals: establishing a society where individuals can take life-saving action during the critical minutes before an ambulance arrives, and inspiring students to pursue careers in the medical field.

Protecting Lives During the 10-Minute Wait As ambulances take approximately 10 minutes to arrive on average, the course allowed students to practice the sequence of actions required during a cardiac arrest: - Alerting bystanders (e.g., "Please bring an AED") - Hands-on chest compressions (CPR) - Verifying AED operation steps

During the CPR segment, students practiced the technique of "pushing the center of the chest hard and at a steady rhythm." Using training mannequins that click when sufficient pressure is applied, students engaged in the exercises with great focus. Instructors also shared realistic insights, noting that while ribs may break in elderly patients, the priority remains saving a life.

Practical Experience Deepens Understanding Many students admitted that although they had seen AEDs, they were unfamiliar with their operation. By opening the devices and participating in role-play scenarios, they deepened their practical understanding of emergency response.

Student Feedback and Future Outlook All 40 participants submitted feedback, with many expressing a desire to act confidently in emergencies. Some students specifically noted that the experience solidified their goal of becoming emergency medical technicians or healthcare professionals. Soseikai General Hospital intends to continue collaborating with the community to spread life-saving knowledge and nurture the next generation of medical talent.

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: 医療・地域貢献