27/03/2026
Dr. Vikram Gagneja's BLS session highlighted a core, life‑saving technique that truly can be learnt by almost anyone.
What BLS is
Basic Life Support (BLS) is a set of simple resuscitation steps—mainly high‑quality chest compressions and rescue breathing—that help maintain blood flow and oxygenation until professional help arrives.When started immediately at the scene, it significantly improves the person’s chances of survival.
30:2 compression‑to‑breath ratio
For adults and many children, the standard ratio is 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths, repeated continuously.
Compressions should be at 100–120 per minute, with a depth of about 5–6 cm (2–2.4 inches) and full chest recoil between pushes.
After five cycles (about 2 minutes), helpers should switch roles if possible to avoid fatigue.
When to continue
CPR should be continued until:
The person starts breathing normally,
A trained team or defibrillator (AED) takes over, or
The rescuer is too exhausted to continue.