Knowing how to perform CPR properly is a vital skill, especially for caregivers. CPR is an emergency procedure that combines chest compression, often with artificial ventilation, in an effort to manually preserve intact brain function until further measures can be taken to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person who is in cardiac arrest.
This video will give you a basic idea of what is involved in performing CPR.
Check out the Red Cross‘ website for First Aid and CPR classes offered in your area.