When Someone Collapses: Why Your CPR Skills Matter

I work as a nursing assistant at a medical centre in Benin City. Nothing I learned in school prepared me for what I saw that day. Someone collapsed in a crowded street. Panicked onlookers didn’t know what to do. No one checked for breathing or started CPR. By the time help arrived, it was too late. Here’s a simple guide to hands-only CPR: 1. Tap and shout “Are you okay?” to check responsiveness. 2. Look for normal breathing or gasps. 3. Call emergency services immediately. 4. Place both hands at the centre of the chest and push hard and fast—100 to 120 compressions per minute, about 5 cm deep. 5. Continue until help arrives or the person breathes. Emergencies don’t wait. Your quick action could save a life. Do you know what to do?

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