No one has ever gotten an illness from giving mouth to mouth and is the only proper way to provide adequate CPR with or without a mask.
yes
make sure it is around the mouth right to do the breaths
If the infection wound is around the mouth area, you can be infected with staph from giving CPR. Using a breathing barrier (CPR mask) minimizes risks of transfer.
bag-valve mask, mouth to mouth (pocket face mask), automated ventilator.
Give breaths at a rate of 1 breath every 3 to 5 seconds.
yes
certain death
The bag-mask device is not recommended for a single rescuer to provide breaths during CPR.
In a respiratory arrest, breaths should be given every 5 to 6 seconds if using a bag-mask ventilation technique, which equates to about 10 to 12 breaths per minute. If performing rescue breathing without advanced equipment, the same rate applies. It's essential to ensure proper airway positioning and seal to deliver effective breaths. Always assess the patient’s response and adjust your actions accordingly.
Breathing is required for CPR. You can use a breathing barrier such as a mask; or use a bag valve mask for the breaths. Mouth to mouth, per se, is not recommended.
people take about 5 breaths on mount everest