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The Ultimate CPR Instructor Guide & Help

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The Ultimate CPR Instructor Guide & Help

Teaching CPR and other health safety education classes can be relatively easy and fun. However, the rubber meets the road when you step outside of the classroom to keep your business running. There is a lot to learn and a lot to remember. To help CPR instructors spend more time in the classroom doing what they love, we have compiled this guide to point you to the answers you need. Here you will find CPR instructor help for legal, business, administration, equipment, credentialing, and teaching help.

Legal Framework

  • Legal Considerations
  • What licenses do I need?
    • Generally, you will need to file for an EIN and get a state business license as well as a city and county business license.
    • Apply for your EIN directly through the IRS. You will need this before getting a business license or any bank accounts.
  • Should I be an LLC or Sole Proprietor?
    • Many business owners start out as sole proprietors because it’s simple. Minimal paperwork is required and there’s no big outlay of cost. This is attractive for new entrepreneurs, particularly those testing a business idea. Taxes are also simpler and cost less for sole proprietors.
    • However, the rubber hits the road as your business starts growing. A sole proprietorship structure offers no legal protection for your personal assets, so you could end up personally bankrupt if your business doesn’t succeed as planned. LLC owners, on the other hand, aren’t personally liable for business debts. LLC’s also offer tax flexibility. Most LLC owners stick with pass-through taxation, which is how sole proprietors are taxed. However, you can choose corporate tax status for your LLC if doing so will save you money. Every state recognizes the LLC structure to encourage small business growth. The best business structure for you will depend on many factors, and it’s best to consult a business lawyer before making this decision. However, due to the combination of liability protection and tax flexibility, an LLC is often a great fit for a small business owner.
  • What insurance do I need?
    • There are more than just one type of insurance policy. There is General liability, Professional liability, Business liability, Workmen’s Comp liability, etc. Find a broker who will educate you about the different types of insurance, and one who will shop out rates from several agencies.

Business Framework & Help

  • How Much does it cost to start a CPR business?
  • How to start a CPR business and create a business model.
  • How to Set up a CPR Business Website.
  • How do I advertise or market my business?
  • How do I price my classes?
  • What do I put in business contracts?
  • How do I hire employees or contractors?
  • How do I handle class rescheduling or cancellations?
  • How to apply for Government & Large Contracts

Administration

  • How do I buy certification cards?
  • How do I send certification cards?
  • How do I edit certification cards?

Equipment

  • What equipment do I need?
  • How do I replace lung bags in Prestan Manikins?
  • Where to buy Epi Pen Trainers
  • How to Make Reusable First Aid Training Kits

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Instructor Accreditation / Credentialing

Teaching & Instruction Help

  • How do I prepare for my first class?
  • Best Classes to Offer in a CPR Business
  • How do I offer Bloodeborne Pathogen’s Training?

More Resources

We hope to help you in your CPR business and mission to save lives through quality education. Please reach out and let us know if you have more questions and we will do our best to connect you with the information you need.

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How to Align with our AHA Training Center

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Are you looking to join an American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center (TC) or need to align with us as a secondary TC? Let us help walk you through the steps to make sure the transition is easy. We currently accept instructors in all 50 U.S. states. If you are not currently an instructor, read this guide on How to Become a CPR Trainer.

Below find this step by step guide to begin the alignment process with us:

Step by Step Guide to Align with our AHA Training Center:

  1. Open your web browser and go to https://www.cprinstructoraffiliates.com
  2. In the top middle of the page, next to the “Home” tab, click the tab that says “AHA Alignment.“
  3. Now that your screen looks like this, scroll all the way to the bottom of the page and fill out the form.
  4. Press Submit to send the form to us.

If you have any trouble, watch this video and follow along to learn how to align with our AHA Training Center:

Next Steps to finalize AHA Training Center Alignment:

Once your form is submitted, we will contact you within one business day. We know aligning with an AHA Training Center is necessary to keep your business running and we want to make sure the process is expedient. We work quickly to make sure your time is respected.

CPR instructors are the real MVP in the classroom teaching other people how to save lives. We make the process as quick as possible so you can spend most of your time doing the important work in the classroom. Let us help you align with an AHA Training Center that shares your mission!

Referral Opportunities

Our Training Center is always looking for ways to benefit our instructor community. Any instructor, even if you aren’t aligned with our AHA Training Center, is eligible to sign up for our AED & CPR Equipment Referral Program. This program is open to ARC, HSI, AHA, and any brand of education or person looking to sell AED’s. Through the Referral Program you will get paid for all products sold to your clients. Learn more on our AED & CPR Equipment Referral Page.

A Simple Guide To Becoming A BLS Instructor

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Are you looking to teach Basic Life Support CPR in your community or for your workplace? We will break down the steps to becoming a BLS instructor.

What is a BLS Instructor?

Basic Life Support (BLS) instructors are certified to teach adult and child CPR, AED, and First Aid classes. To be successful in this role you will need to be proficient in BLS skills and comfortable teaching in front of large groups. BLS instructors also need good organizational skills to properly facilitate classes and keep track of the required paperwork to properly issue certifications to their students.

How do I become a BLS Instructor?

The first step on your journey to become a Basic Life Support Instructor is to earn your BLS certification. You will be expected to be competent in performing CPR on all ages by yourself as well as with a team. You should know how to use an AED on adults, children, and infants.

BLS Class

While many people already have their BLS provider certification it is important to make sure you have the appropriate BLS certification for the brand of instructor course you may take. For example, American Heart Association (AHA) instructor candidates will need to have an AHA BLS certification card. Likewise, the American Red Cross (ARC) also requires instructor candidates to have taken their BLS certification through the ARC.

Once you have obtained BLS certification, you can look for a BLS instructor course near you. Depending on your location these may be easy or hard to come by. We suggest looking on Class Eagle’s Health and Safety directory for a class near you.

If you are taking an AHA instructor course, you instructor trainer will either send you an ‘Instructor Essentials’ course or direct you to purchase the course through the AHA website. This will need to be completed prior to your instructor class and takes approximately 1.5 hours.

AHA BLS instructor classes should last at least 8 hours to adequately cover all the material and give instructor candidates an opportunity to hone their teaching skills. Regardless of how advanced instructor candidates BLS skills are, there is no way to do an instructor class in less time. Make sure that the class you register for is allotting at least this much time for completion.

Selecting an instructor class with an experienced and vetted instructor is so important. It’s not uncommon to find instructor classes be offered in shorter or less expensive formats. However, often people attending these trainings find themselves ill equipped to teach or confused about their responsibilities. Understanding your responsibilities as an instructor is crucial as someone issuing out certification cards that meet state or medical licensing  body requirements. Improperly issuing certifications is a massive personal liability and has resulted in jail time for people who don’t take this seriously. If you are interested in becoming a BLS instructor you will want to make sure to do it right.

BLS Instructor Course

Upon completion from the BLS Instructors course, instructor candidates will need to be observed teaching a BLS class to receive their instructor certification. Many instructor candidates opt to teach family, friends, or their coworkers to complete this last step.

Can I become a BLS instructor online?

As of 2020, the American Heart Association does allow for virtual BLS instructor courses. However, there are some things to be aware of to make sure you select legitimate training. You will want to first make sure that your course is being taught as an AHA course. There are many people that will advertise that they ‘teach AHA guidelines’ but they are not actually AHA classes.

Next, you will need to purchase all the necessary equipment for the instructor class to be performed virtually. You will need to purchase adult and infant CPR manikins with feedback monitors, an adult bag mask, an infant bag mask, CPR training valve, and an AED trainer.

Please note that all instructor courses, while they can be taught virtually, should be in a live, face to face format. Prerecorded classes are not a legitimate way of performing a BLS instructor course.

How much does it cost to become a BLS Instructor?

We recommend taking some time to budget for the expenses of becoming a BLS instructor. Doing so will give you time to plan classes and recoup your investment as quick as possible.

The costs you should expect to become a Basic Life Support Instructor are:

  • AHA Initial BLS Provider Course: $75-$150
  • AHA Instructor Essentials online course: $35
  • AHA Instructor hands-on/classroom course: $250-$600 (varies by location)
  • Monitoring: $0-$150 (Some Training Centers may include this in the classroom course cost)
  • Total: $360-$935

The cost of this training varies for many reasons. All AHA instructors independently set their own prices. Apart from training material purchased from the AHA, no other income should be misconstrued as income to the AHA. Regardless of what you pay for a class in your area, keep in mind there aren’t many programs you can complete in a day that can earn you an average salary of $50k per year.

What kind of BLS Instructor Certifications are there?

We recommend becoming an AHA BLS instructor. However, the American Red Cross and the Health Safety Institute are also reputable certification brands for BLS. However, across the U.S., the AHA is the most recognized certification. However, you’re not limited to picking one brand of BLS training. There are courses that bridge AHA instructors to become ARC and HSI instructors. If you wish to go that route, we recommend starting as an AHA BLS instructor because the AHA does not allow bridging from other brands to their brand as an instructor.

BLS Instructor Certification

AHA BLS instructors can teach all AHA levels adult and infant CPR, AED, and First Aid. This includes the AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED and First Aid course as well as the AHA Friends & Family hands only CPR course.

How & Where can I start my BLS Instructor course?

The Class Eagle Instructor Directory can help as your one stop shop for CPR classes to find a course that best fits what you are looking for! Lastly, peruse CPR Supply Source for an idea on the costs of CPR equipment prior to becoming an instructor.

For more information, check out this Initial CPR Instructor Set up Guide:

BLS Instructor Job Description

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What role does a Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor provide? What training is required to become a BLS instructor? CPR Instructor Affiliates explains everything you need to know!

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BLS Instructor

What is a BLS Instructor?

BLS stands for Basic Life Support. AHA BLS certification is required for current healthcare providers like nurses, EMTs, and other people in the healthcare field. Not just anyone can teach BLS courses. Individuals wanting to teach BLS courses will need a BLS Instructor certification.

The American Heart Association does not require BLS instructors to have a medical background. However, BLS Instructors are given the highest training of any CPR instructors and can teach various courses including basic CPR courses.

How to become an AHA instructor?

The prerequisites to become an AHA BLS instructor are the following:

  • Current American Heart Association BLS Provider certification card.
  • Completion of the AHA BLS Instructor Essentials Online training.

Once you have completed the prerequisites you can find an instructor course near you. You can view the classes we offer on our site here.

Next to become an instructor you need to:

BLS Instructor Job Description

Pre-course responsibilities:

  • Ability to teach classes often. (monthly is recommended)
  • Maintain your own equipment or maintain another company’s equipment.
  • Upon scheduling of a class, prepare necessary materials and equipment.
  • Set up classroom
  • Transport equipment to location, if applicable.
  • Ability to carry 30-50 lbs is recommended. Some instructors use students to help with loading or carrying equipment and utilze lightweight folding wagons for easier transport.

Class time responsibilities:

  • facilitate course agendas
  • manage a classroom
  • time management skills
  • Provide feedback to students
  • Administer exams

Post-course responsibilities:

  • Cleaning equipment
  • Submitting paperwork
  • Sending certifications

What types of training can a BLS instructor provide?

American Heart Association BLS Instructors can teach all AHA CPR classes including: Basic Life Support, Heartsaver CPR/AED for layresponders, First Aid, and Friends and Family (Hands only CPR) CPR.

All CPR courses feature the same content and CPR guidelines, however the difference between the courses are the following:

  • The BLS course teaches more advanced techniques and skills. You don’t need a medical background to teach BLS, but you will primarily be teaching others who do have a medical background.
  • While the BLS course is developed for healthcare providers, HeartSaver courses are meant for people who are not healthcare professionals but need the certification for their job.
  • BLS focuses on two-rescuer scenarios and team-based approach resuscitation. Whereas, HeartSaver is focused on one-rescuer community resuscitation.
  • In addition to covering the basics, BLS will also discuss rescue breathing, using advanced airways, and how to use a bag mask device which are not covered in HeartSaver.
  • HeartSaver teaches First Aid as an option module, whereas BLS only teaches CPR.

What knowledge and skills should I mention on a resume as a BLS Instructor?

If you have worked as a BLS instructor and are applying to other jobs or just maintaining a professional profile on a site such as Linked In, you may want some ideas on how to beef up your skills list. Consider including items from the job description above as well as skills such as general skillsets that make for a good BLS instructor.

Most BLS instructors are personable, friendly, and able to work with all types of people. This is an attractive quality to put on a resume and alongside your BLS teaching experience it gives people a good idea of your capabilities.

Summary

So now you know what being a Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor entails. If you are an employer looking to hire a BLS instructor, feel free to use our job description template. Also, check out our video about how to find and hire quality instructors:

ACLS Instructor Salary For 2022 In The USA

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We’ve heard it said that there are two reasons people become instructors in the healthcare field. The first is because they have been a student with a fantastic instructor. The second is because they have been a student with a terrible instructor. It’s likely you can relate to that- and here you are, wanting to learn what kind of pay you could expect as an ACLS instructor. Read on as we discuss the average salary of ACLS instructors.

What is an ACLS Instructor?

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) instructors build on teaching students have already received in basic life support training. It is expected that students attending ACLS courses already have current BLS training and BLS training is not done by ACLS instructors.

ACLS Instructors will teach the importance of preventing cardiac arrest and team resuscitation with continuous high quality CPR delivered as soon as possible. ACLS instructors will explain systems of care, recognition and intervention or cardiopulmonary arrest. They will also cover post-cardiac arrest care, dysrhythmias, stroke, and acute coronary syndrome.

To be effective in this position, ACLS instructors will need to be people with in depth understanding of the skills taught. The knowledge taught is something some people can grasp purely with study but usually instructors have considerable hands on experience. Even if you are a nurse or doctor, that does not mean you would be a good ACLS instructor. The best ACLS instructors are usually paramedics, ER nurses, ER doctors, critical care nurses, military EMT’s, and flight medics. The people with experience in these roles have an in-depth understanding of the implications of material covered in ACLS courses.

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ACLS Instructor demonstrating how to use EZ IO.

What is the average salary of an ACLS Instructor?

Salaries vary across the U.S. due to cost of living and other factors. Additionally, in more populated states where there is higher demand for training there tends to be higher salaries. On average, ACLS instructors make $54,000 a year according to Zip Recruiter.

However, most people in this role have other responsibilities as an ACLS instructor. To be employed as a full time ACLS instructor by someone you are probably going to be employed either fully time by a hospital or work for a CPR, BLS, and ACLS Training Company. Because ACLS is an advanced course there are not as many people required to take it. In order to have full time work, most ACLS instructors will also be teaching BLS and CPR courses.

If ACLS instructors could teach 40 hours a week of just ACLS classes, the pay could be higher. However, to have full time work ACLS instructors teach other classes as well. The pay for other types of training is good, but not as good as advanced courses so that brings down the amount of pay a person can make.

Teaching for a hospital or a private business can be very rewarding and offers security. However, to make more as an ACLS instructor you have more opportunity to retain the income you want if you are teaching independently. ACLS instructors that choose to open their own training business and also teach CPR and BLS, make higher salaries on average. It’s important to consider the time it takes to build up business though. While you can make good money starting out, it gets much better over time when you have built up a client base.

How do I train to become an ACLS Instructor?

  1. Get ACLS certification. To become an ACLS instructor you first need to have ACLS certification. For the American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS instructor course you are required to specifically have an AHA ACLS certification card that is not expired.
  2. Take the American Heart Association Instructor Essentials online course. This course teaches you the basics of being an AHA Instructor.
  3. Attend an ACLS instructor class held by AHA Training Faculty. This portion of training is offered either virtually or in person through the AHA.
    • ***If you choose a virtual course, be very weary of who you select to do training with.*** With the introduction of virtual training, the threshold for almost anyone to teach these courses has unfortunately been lowered. Courses taught in person require instructors to put forth effort securing a location to teach as well as equipment for the students to use. When the training is done online, the students are responsible for retaining equipment and a space to take the course.
    • So, how can you make sure you take a quality ACLS instructor class?
      • First, expect to pay at least $400 for the training but usually more. Anyone offering training for less is likely a scam or not meeting AHA requirements.
      • Next, look for courses that are 6-8 hours long. The AHA does not have a defined amount of time for ACLS instructor training but in general the course takes *at least* three hours more than an ACLS renewal course. This is according to the most experienced ACLS instructors. Anyone that says otherwise is probably not teaching legitimate ACLS courses or is inexperienced.
  4. Be monitored teaching your first ACLS course. The AHA Training Faculty that taught your ACLS instructor course will either monitor you in person teaching your first class or may ask to monitor you virtually. Following your class, they will give you feedback.
  5. If you successfully complete the steps above your AHA Training Faculty member will issue you an AHA ACLS instructor certification within 18 days of completion.

How do I maintain my ACLS Instructor certification?

AHA ACLS instructor certifications are valid for two years. You must teach a minimum of 4 courses in that two year period to renew your certification. Additionally, you will need to be monitored within 3 months prior to your renewal to get a new certification.

Do ACLS instructors need an ACLS Provider card?

Once you become an AHA ACLS instructor, you no longer need an additional AHA ACLS Provider card. Instead, your instructor certification can take its place. Some employers or workplaces still require ACLS instructors to take an ACLS class with another ACLS instructor every two years but that is not a state or licensing requirement.

ACLS vs BLS Instructor salaries

ACLS instructors make about $10,000 more annually than just CPR and BLS instructors. CPR instructors make an average of $17-$28 an hour with New York being the highest paying state for CPR instructors. If you are looking for a CPR instructor course, check out our options here.

To learn more about starting a CPR and ACLS Training business watch this video:

How To Become A CPR Trainer & Teach CPR Classes

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Are you considering becoming a CPR Trainer? CPR Instructor Affiliates explains How To Become A CPR Trainer & Teach CPR Classes with insights into training, courses and pricing.

What does a CPR trainer do?

CPR Trainers are a valuable resource to our communities. If you are passionate about educating others and saving lives, you may be the perfect candidate to become a CPR trainer. CPR Trainers are people that are certified through a credentialed organization, such as the American Heart Association, to teach CPR and basic life support. CPR trainers may teach CPR to people in the healthcare field or also lay responders that work in places such as daycares, schools, or manufacturing settings.

Some CPR trainers work for a company to do their in house training and others teach in the community when people contact them for training. Depending on the area they are located some CPR trainers teach a lot of people in a certain industry whereas other areas see a large variety of people needing their services.

Most every CPR trainer travels to teach group classes. Generally, groups like to be trained at their location or office for convenience. However, it’s generally not recommended that instructors travel to meet individuals for training. Instead, for individuals, CPR trainers can offer ‘public classes’ that anyone can register for and come to the instructor’s location. While some CPR trainers have brick and mortar offices where they do their own training, some do not. For instructors without a physical location, it’s best to teach in a public space or room for rent at a hotel conference room, library room, or a church. 

There is also a demand for CPR trainers that are able to travel outside their locale. For large organizations, logistics can be a headache and they opt to hire one group to train all their locations across their state, region, or country. It’s not uncommon to find CPR trainers that travel to teach often. 

What are the steps to becoming a CPR Trainer?

To become a CPR trainer, you will need to meet the prerequisites for a CPR instructor class and then take a CPR instructor class. We usually recommend that CPR trainers do their initial training through the American Heart Association. Because the American Heart Association (AHA) is the authoritative body that researches and develops CPR guidelines, they are the most recognized source for CPR certification. After becoming an AHA CPR instructor, you can easily ‘bridge’ to teach for the American Red Cross or Health and Safety Institute.

  1. First Step: You will need to find an authorized AHA Training Center offering instructor classes. They will have you fill out an Instructor Candidate Application before enrolling in an AHA Instructor class. We recommend using the Class Eagle Heath and Safety Directory to locate a Training Center.
  2. Second Step: In order to qualify to take an AHA CPR instructor course, you will need to have a current AHA certification in the discipline you want to teach. For AHA courses, ‘discipline’ means the type of course. Some AHA disciplines include: Heartsaver CPR & First Aid, BLS for Healthcare Providers, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization. So, if you would like to take an AHA BLS Instructor course you would first need to take an AHA BLS course as a student and acquire a provider certification.
  3. Next Step: You will need to complete an online AHA Instructor Essentials course for the discipline you wish to teach and then attend the hands-on session hosted by the Training Center.
  4. Final Step: You must teach a course and be monitored doing so within 6 months of completing the hands-on Instructor Essentials course. Your instructor card should be dated on the date of your monitoring and will be valid for 2 years.

How long do CPR training classes take?

The online Instructor Essentials course portion takes 1.25 hours to complete. This can be done at your convenience, but must be done before attending the hands-on classroom portion. 

The hands-on classroom portion of the instructor course takes approximately 8 hours to complete. Usually this is done in one day but some places may spread it out over the course of two days. The course length can also vary depending on the number of students in the course. 

How much does it cost to become a CPR Trainer?

CPR Instructor course prices vary depending on the location and Training Center you go through. Costs you can expect include:

  • Initial Provider Course: $75-$150
  • Instructor Essentials online course: $35
  • Instructor hands-on/classroom course: $250-$600
  • Monitoring: $0-$150 (Some Training Centers may include this in the classroom course cost)

Total Course cost could be as low as $285 if you already have taken previous training and could cost as much as $935 if you don’t have previous training and are in a more expensive area. 

Many people find that they need to travel to find an instructor course that fits their schedule or budget. Consider that there may be additional costs for lodging and travel if this is the case for you.

For more information about how much money it costs to start a CPR business check out this video. 

Do I need any special skills to become a CPR trainer?

CPR Trainers should be people that are able to manage a classroom, speak in front of others, and be comfortable working with a diverse group of clientele. These skills are important for your success in the role as well as for your students to be equipped with lifesaving training.

Many people think that CPR instructors have to have backgrounds in the medical field. However, a medical background is not required to be an AHA CPR trainer. Although it may be helpful and make it easier to understand the course content there is no required experience or qualifications to become a CPR instructor apart from meeting the course prerequisites discussed above.

How long does CPR Trainer certification last?

The American Heart Association Instructor Certifications are valid for two years. In order to renew you will need to teach at least 4 classes over the course of two years and be monitored by a Training Center to verify your competency. Some Training Centers may give short extensions to renew if there are extenuating circumstances, but you will not be allowed to teach courses once your certification card has expired.

How to Replace Adult Prestan Manikin Lung Bags

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In this post, we are going to discuss the proper steps for replacing Adult Prestan Manikin lung bags.

What is the Correct Position for Adult Prestan Manikin lung bags?

To start with, there are people who are yet to know the correct location for the mouth/face shield of the Prestan Manikin. Before you start using a Prestan Manikin, you would want to have the location right. Although some put the mouth shield underneath the Prestan Manikin, the correct position would be to place the mouth shield on top of the Prestan Manikin’s skin.

Correct Steps for Replacing Old Prestan Lung Bags

  1. The first step in replacing an adult Prestan manikin lung bag is taking off the manikin’s face. For most people, this step is easy and straightforward. If you do happen to place the face shield underneath the skin, you’ll have to remove the face to remove the skin first before proceeding to the correct steps to get to the Prestan lungs.
  2. Opening the manikin, which is the next step, can be a little bit challenging. To get it right, you need to remove the skin by unlocking the clips underneath the skin of each shoulder of the manikin. Lift the skin and press on the clips to unlock it.
  3. After you separate the chest skin, the Prestan lung bag will be exposed, and you will be able to replace it. Pull out the used Prestan lung bag by slightly lifting the manikin’s head and pulling from the bottom.
  4. A new Prestan lung bag will have clear dotted lines. Use the lines as guides to vertically fold the Prestan lung bag four times to form a thin strip. Now go ahead and tilt the manikin’s head back again as you insert the lung into the mouth and through the throat. The lung will not pass through the throat if you do not tilt the manikin’s head.
  5. Once the lung bag has passed through the throat, you will need to pull the lung bag down to the chest area and expand the folded bag*.
  6. The next step is to close the chest and put the skin of the face back on correctly. While doing so, feed the mouth portion of the Prestan lung bag through the mouth of the skin. Once the face is set into position, you will need to open up the lung bag’s mouth portion. Attach the ends of the lung bag to each both ear clips. Make sure that you securely fasten the ends from the mouth to the ears. Now the adult Prestan manikin will be ready for use with a new lung bag.

*Note that although the circle marked on the Prestan lung bag was marked to ideally align with the circle on the chest plate of the Prestan Manikin, the lung bag’s circle will not line up exactly. The Prestan lung bag will be better positioned if you place it a little under the chest plate’s circle. However, avoid pulling the lung bag too far down to ensure it aligns with the curvature of the manikin’s body by setting the lung bag in the divot. In doing so, it will make it easier for students to blow air into the Prestan manikin’s lungs.

How Often Should You Replace Prestan Lung Bags?

Prestan recommends that you change the lung bags at the end of each class day. During a class day, multiple classes and students can use the lung bags if they are using some sort of barrier device. However, by the end of the day, Prestan recommends that you replace the lung bags for proper sanitation.

Now you know the correct steps you need to replace Adult Prestan Manikin Lung Bags. Feel free to keep in touch or post your questions in the comment section below!

How to Replace Infant Prestan Manikin Lung Bags

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Today we’re going to look at how to remove and replace the infant Prestan Manikin lung bag. Before getting started, you will need to check if the infant Prestan Manikin has been set up properly.

What is the Correct Position for Infant Prestan Manikin Lung Bags?

Before you start using a Prestan Manikin, make sure the Prestan lung bag is in the correct location. The infant Prestan Manikin needs to have its lung bag protruding on the outside of its face. Placing the mouth shield underneath the skin of the manikin’s face is incorrect; to correct it, you will need to remove the skin off the infant manikin’s face, remove the lung bag, replace the skin, and reapply the lung bag.

Having the lung bag protrude out will make it easier for students to give breath because it will be easier for the infants to ventilate properly. When the infant Prestan manikin lung bags are underneath the skin, air leakage may occur that could prevent the infant’s chest from rising.

Correct Steps for Replacing Infant Prestan Manikin Lung Bags

You will need to follow the steps in order to replace an infant Prestan Manikin lung bag or to fix the positioning of the lung bag.

  1. First, pop the two clips from the infant manikin’s shoulders, which should reflexively unlock. You can peel back the exposed skin. Open the chest of the infant manikin up and you’ll find the infant Prestan Manikin’s lung bag inside.
  2. Pull down on the bag from the chest side rather than from the mouth side. Pull the Prestan lung bag out of the infant manikin’s air passage and replace the lung bag with a new one.
  3. The new Prestan lung bag should have clear, dotted lines indicated that will show where to fold the lung bag. Fold horizontally multiple times along the dotted lines and insert the bottom short side of the lung bag into the infant manikin’s mouth. Be sure to tilt the infant Prestan Manikin’s head back to open up the airway so that the lung bag easily slides through to the opening on the other side; if you don’t tilt the head, the lung bag will be blocked from entering the opening.
  4. Pull the bag down and align the circle on the lung bag to the circle on the chest plate of the infant manikin. While you’re doing this, make sure the infant Prestan Manikin is laid down on a flat surface. Tuck the infant manikin’s lung bag underneath the exposed chest skin to fasten it.
  5. Now you’re set to reassemble the infant Prestan Manikin. Put the skin of the infant manikin’s face back on while inserting the lung bag through the mouth opening.
  6. Make sure that the lung bag is exposed on the outside of the infant Prestan Manikin’s face. Make sure you press down to secure the infant manikin’s face, and then clip the chest back on. Finally, spread the lung bag opening across the infant Prestan Manikin’s face and hook it to the tabs down to the ears. You can make sure the infant manikin’s airway is not obstructed by putting your finger through the mouth opening.

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