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Sam Penrod Reporting Governor Huntsman today recognized several high school students for helping to save a life, particularly those who used CPR when they found someone in serious trouble.
Most of us hope we are never in a situation when we have to ask, "What do we do, until the ambulance arrives?" But it is something that does happen, and today some high school students were honored for their efforts.
One by one, Governor Huntsman handed out plaques to honor high school students who, over the last year, have helped to save someone's life.
Gov. Jon Huntsman, Jr.: "It's a small way of saying thank you for the most important task of all, and that is saving somebody's life."
Last January, Seth Thomas suddenly went into cardiac arrest. Two students, the school resource officer and his English teacher came to his aid and saved his life.
Aaron Harris, Clearfield High Student: "I was kind of in shock. I was taking a little nap in class and felt someone kick my chair, and woke up and immediately knew something was wrong."
Andrew Holmes, Clearfield High Student: "It was a little nerve racking to see a fellow student have a problem, but it just kicked in and he needed help, we were there to help him."
Bob Reed, Clearfield High Teacher: "Checked his pulse and there was no pulse, then we started CPR."
On Labor Day last year, Emily Carter saved her uncle's life when he was stung by a bee and went into shock.
Emily Carter, Morgan High Student: "Ended up having to give him mouth to mouth because he wasn't able to get air in his lungs on his own, until our neighbor got there and she was a nurse."
Jordan High student Dylan Jones saw his mother collapse and provided CPR, saving her life. While he appreciates the honor, he has something more important.
Dylan Jones, Jordan High School Student: "I already got my reward, my mom is alive."
The awards ceremony is part of the Utah Emergency Medical Training Council, which provides training to high school students across the state.
