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The following could happen, in the short term: broken ribs, bruised heart, heartbeat irregularities, and punctured lungs. If prolonged CPR is given on a person with a pulse, it may cause arrhythmia and possible death.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoYes, it is unsafe to do CPR on a person who is alive.
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How fast are you supposed to push in the middle of the breast when doing CPR?
When I did cpr, we did the song staying alive and you do it to that beat when you push on them to get them alive. It also annoys when your parents because it will be stuck in their head.
Do you need to know CPR to babysit?
You don't have to know CPR to baybsit; however, it would be a very good thing if you do know how to perform CPR. Also, many parents would prefer someone who is trained in CPR to babysit their children over someone who is not trained in CPR.
Who has to start CPR?
If you are CPR certified, you should have someone call 911 while you start CPR. If you are not CPR certified, find someone around you that is.
When shouls CPR be used?
CPR should be used if someone is unconscious and cannot breathe.
Will CPR or Defibrillation work on someone with a mechanical Mitral Valve?
Yes, CPR and defribrillation will work on someone with a mechanical mitral valve.
What happens when you perform early CPR on a child in cardiac arrest?
Yes, once you have confirmed that someone does have a pulse and is not breathing (or breathing abnormally), you should immediately call emergency services and begin CPR until help arrives. Early CPR is essential in increasing the chance of survival of someone in cardiac arrest.
What is the name to the song that you sing when you do CPR?
"Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees. With a BPM of 103 it is the perfect rate to retain and maintain a CPR rate.
Can one get sick by giving someone CPR after they have been dead for hours?
It is possible to get sick by performing CPR on someone, especially when doing rescue breaths. Hands-only CPR is an alternative which involves chest compressions which reduces that risk. Also, if someone has been dead for hours, performing CPR on them would be pointless.
When is CPR required?
When someone is not breathing and does not have a pulse
Is CPR performed any differently if patient has a defibrillator?
No, CPR isn't performed any differently if patient has a defibrillator.
For giving CPR an adult is defined as someone over the age of?
For giving CPR, an adult is defined as someone over the age of 12 by the American Red Cross.
First aid - How do you treat someone with no heartbeat?
With CPR
