Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

CPR is a lifesaving technique used to restore blood circulation and breathing in a person who has stopped breathing or whose heart has stopped functioning.

When to Perform CPR:

  • Cardiac arrest
  • Drowning
  • Choking
  • Severe injury or trauma
  • Heart attack

CPR Steps:

  1. Call for Help: Call your local emergency number.
  2. Check the Scene: Ensure the area is safe for both you and the person in need.
  3. Check the Person: Check for breathing and pulse.
  4. Start Compressions: Begin chest compressions (30:2 ratio for adults).
  5. Give Breaths: Provide rescue breaths after every 30 compressions.

Importance of CPR:

  • Improves chances of survival
  • Restores blood circulation and oxygenation
  • Can save lives in emergency situations.

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CPR is a critical lifesaving skill—prompt chest compressions and rescue breaths can restore circulation and breathing, greatly improving survival in emergencies like cardiac arrest or drowning.

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CPR is very important and lifesaving skill. It increases the chances of the patient and helps to revive the patient.

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CPR is a lifesaving technique used to revive someone whose heart has stopped due to cardiac arrest or drowning.

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We should know how to do CPR, right? You never know when you’ll need it.