| When I did a similar thing I was doing the compressions for a paramedic whilst she did the breathing bag thing. During the first cycle I got balled at by her as I was going too slow and too soft - I soon speeded up. When I broke his ribs I was told if it hurts thats good because he is alive.
To cut a long story short the paramedic was really supportive afterwards and explained why I was going too slow and too soft. She asked how I felt and when I said I felt drained and sh1t she assured me this was entirely normal - she sat down with me (the casualty was being treated by the other paramedic and a doctor) and went over the incident.
I still felt wobbly for some time but pleased that I had been able to help. |