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CPR is only used to revive victims whose hearts are not beating properly or have stopped altogether. The condition of heart not functioning properly is tachycardia. When all electricity in the heart has ceased, the heart is in a condition called asystole. CPR can be used to revive victims of the first condition when a defibrillator is not available. CPR must be used for the second condition. The components of CPR are used in other procedures. CPR style breaths are used in rescue breathing. Rescue Breathing is used to supply oxygen to victims whose hearts are pumping efficiently but have stopped breathing. CPR style chest compressions are used to force food out of an unconscious choking victim.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoCPR is not meant to revive a life. CPR is used when a person does not have a pulse or the pulse is weak. CPR will help supply temporary oxygen and blood flow until EMS arrive. If a victim receives CPR early enough they have a greater chance of surviving. CPR will also help reduce the amount of damage to the brain and other organs, during the period in which they lack a sufficient pulse, because oxygen and blood is being supplied to the organs.
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Why get CPR certified?
To save a life!!!!!!!
Who created the strategy to save choking victims?
created strategy to save choking victims
What is a recommended position for victims when performing CPR?
Flat, on their back, on a level surface.
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.
Why do you need to perform CPR?
To save lives
What can save you if you get struck by lightning?
cpr and rubber
Is CPR an important skill to have?
Yes; CPR is an important skill to have. It can help you save someones life.
Why must you cease CPR if the patient shows signs of coming round?
Because the CPR may be working against the victims normal breathing and heart rate.
What is the percentage of people surviving CPR?
According to the related link, "....sudden cardiac arrest victims receiving only CPR will survive 2 to 5 percent of the time.".
When performing CPR techniques should be used on victims up to what age?
Perform Infant CPR techniques on ages Birth to 1 year old.
Can I have an example of what I might learn in some CPR classes?
CPR classes are a wonderful knowledge to know. They teach you how to save a persons life. Teach you how to check if a person is in need of CPR. Teach how to check if they are choking. If the techinque is done propely you can save a life. Some classes teach CPR for children and adults.
What will I learn in CPR classes and why is that important?
In CPR class you will learn how to resuscitate an individual who has stopped breathing. It is extremely important because proper CPR can save someone's life.
