CPR Masks And Barriers

Training for CPR, or CardioPulmonary Resuscitation, usually involves the use of CPR manikins-lifelike dummies designed primarily for practicing CPR techniques.

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Practicing CPR on the manikins would mean having to apply mouth-to-mouth ventilation, so coming in contact with harmful bacteria becomes a related concern for most individuals. However, there really is no need to worry about such sanitary issues since disposable CPR masks or face shields are currently available online. These serve as a protective barrier against bacteria which can be contracted through administering CPR procedures on a CPR manikin.

A regular CPR mask would look like an oxygen mask which covers the user's nose and primarily, mouth area. A strap, which is placed over the back of the user's head to keep the mask in place, is also attached. On the inside of the mask is a valve through which the user can blow air, and this valve goes through to the outer side of the mask and is placed onto the CPR manikin's mouth. This way there is no direct contact between the manikin's and the individual's face. CPR masks are disposable and come in 6 to 50 per box.

CPR masks can be purchased online, and there are a lot of different types available. There are CPR masks designed for either infant, child, or adult CPR manikins which are of different sizes, most of which also come with a carrying case; CPR 'pocket' masks which are smaller in size and more portable, for rescuers on the go, and also ideal for being placed in first aid kits; CPR face shields, which may have either a one-way valve or a filter for the protection of the user against bacteria-some face shields are even packaged into tiny key chains for convenience; and there are also CPR masks that have a bag valve attached-wherein instead of an individual having to blow air into the victim's mouth, a bag valve with air is just squeezed and operated for ventilation.

Aside from CPR masks and face shields, a number of CPR manikins also have removable and replaceable faces, reducing the need for CPR masks. The type of barrier to get would basically depend on the type of manikin model a user is currently using for training, but in all other cases, the user should get the training to properly use any type of barrier device most likely to be available during an emergency.