November 2020
Chris
Foster
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RN
Endoscopy
UAB Hospital

 

 

 

Bystanders saw the individual collapse and observed Chris immediately spring into action.
One day Chris Foster was playing golf when his golfing partner suddenly collapsed on the 10th hole green. Bystanders saw the individual collapse and observed Chris immediately spring into action.
The bystanders said Chris checked for a pulse and started yelling for someone to call 911 and get the AED from the clubhouse. He immediately started CPR, because the collapsed golfer had no pulse or respirations. CPR was performed by Chris for 3 minutes before the AED made it to the 10th green from the clubhouse.
The individual was connected to the AED and a rhythm check was done indicating a shock was advised. Chris got everyone cleared and delivered the shock. He then continued CPR for 2 more minutes and was ready for the AED to analyze again when the individual started moving and Chris verified there was a pulse. He stayed with his golfing partner until paramedics arrived and is responsible for saving the man's life due to his training and expertise.
Chris' first actions to apply CPR made the difference in creating a good outcome.