Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, CPR

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

	Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Definition	CPR is an emergency aid that involves a combination of chest compressions and breathing into the mouth of the victim to restore their heartbeat and breathing
Situation	If an individual does not respond to stimulus If an individual is not breathing If an individual has no heartbeat
Caused by	Heart attack Electric shock Drowning Lightning strike
Procedure	Check the victim's response by tapping his shoulder Open the airway by tilting his head backwards and lift his chin. Give 30 chest compression not more than 6 cm depth to prevent rib fracture. Give mouth to mouth resuscitation to supply oxygen to the victim. Repeat CPR until the victim revive Place the victim in a recovery position to avoid the victim's tongue from blocking his airway.
Importance	To restore the victim's heartbeat and breathing before the ambulance arrived. To save life