In late 2025, the American Heart Association published new global standards for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency cardiovascular care — including updated BLS guidelines that affect the way we train, respond, and save lives.
At One Love CPR, we’ve incorporated these changes into our training. This isn’t just about learning a protocol — it’s about preparing for real-life emergencies, where every second and every decision matters.
What’s New in 2025 BLS Scenarios
• Unified and streamlined “Chain of Survival”
The 2025 guidelines emphasize a unified approach that spans adults, children, in-hospital and out-of-hospital emergencies. There’s now a single framework, simplifying training and ensuring consistency across settings.
• Updated airway & choking response — 5 back blows + 5 abdominal thrusts
One major update: the adult choking protocol now recommends alternating cycles of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the airway is cleared or the patient becomes unresponsive. This replaces older, more complex sequences.
• Opioid overdose response integrated into BLS
For the first time, the 2025 BLS guidelines include clear guidance on when and how to use naloxone in suspected opioid-related respiratory or cardiac emergencies. This expands the impact of CPR training into critical public health and community response scenarios.
• Focus on high-quality CPR — and the right positioning
New emphasis on proper rescuer positioning, chest compression quality, minimal interruptions, and correct surface/bed selection.
Whether you’re in a hospital hallway or a public place, high-quality compressions are still the foundation.
• Wider scope: from pediatric to special-circumstance resuscitation
The updated guidelines cover pediatric BLS, neonatal resuscitation, and special situations (e.g. overdose, trauma, pregnancy), ensuring all rescuers can adapt to different emergencies.
• Emphasis on continuous learning and simulations
The 2025 update highlights the importance of recurring training, scenario-based drills, and realistic simulations. Practice isn’t a one-time event — skills need refreshers, reinforcement, and real-world readiness.
Why Realistic Scenarios Matter
Emergencies don’t happen in neat, textbook environments. They’re messy, unexpected, high-stress — maybe in a home, a street, an office building, a nursing home. Realistic, scenario-based training prepares you for that unpredictability.
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It builds muscle memory so that compressions, ventilations, and AED use become second nature.
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It trains decision-making under pressure — when to give naloxone, when to alternate compressions & breaths, when to adjust for a child vs. adult vs. special case.
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It fosters teamwork and communication: real emergencies often require multiple responders; practicing together builds coordination, roles, timing.
In short — quality training + realistic scenarios = confidence in real emergencies.
How One Love CPR Prepares You — The 2025 Edition
At One Love CPR we don’t just teach “the steps.” We train you to respond. Our courses reflect the 2025 guideline updates — from the new choking protocol to naloxone use, from pediatric scenarios to overdose emergencies.
What we offer:
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Updated certification courses: BLS, ACLS, PALS — all aligned with 2025 standards.
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Scenario-based training: realistic drills, simulations, teamwork exercises.
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Flexible formats: online modules + hands-on practice so you can learn and refresh whether you’re a solo provider or part of a team.
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Expert instructors with real-world experience — guiding you through every step, answering questions, building confidence.
Be Ready for 2025 and Beyond
Don’t wait until an emergency happens to realize “I’m not prepared.” Get ahead of the curve.
Visit One Love CPR and schedule your updated BLS (or ACLS/PALS) course today.
Call 551-336-7797 or email CPR@onelovecpr.com to book a class, organize team training, or ask about simulation packages.
Your readiness can mean the difference between panic and prompt, life-saving action. Make sure when the moment comes — you’re ready.
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