Here is a summary of the changes.

• No more looking for signs of circulation
• No longer do you perform a minutes worth of treatment if you are on your own and major trauma is suspected (Lifeguards are an exception in respect of drowning)
• No initial 10 breaths for a non-breathing casualty
• 30:2 (Compressions to breaths) are consistent for all – children and babies included
• Heel of the hand goes straight to the center of the chest

If you don’t want to breathe for your casualty, you are not obligated. Perform chest compressions only.