Title: Obtain American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/basic life support (BLS) certification.
Course: Pharmacy Technician I (14152-I) > Section: Exploring the World of Pharmacy

Obtaining certification should be accomplished by attending an approved American Heart Association CPR/BLS (to include Automated External Defibrillator [AED]) course, including recertification after the initial certification.

See ASHP 4.3.

Process/Skill Questions:

- When would it be appropriate to perform CPR?
- What is the difference among adults, children, and infants regarding the delivery of chest compressions?
- What is the purpose of performing CPR?