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How a person who lacked the capability to consent may still have CPR?
If the person is unable to give concent, then proceed to treat the person as the concent is implied (meaning if the person was capable to give concent, it would be given.
Why should CPR be done?
CPR should be performed if a person is unconscious and not breathing
Do you need to give CPR to a person who has atrial fibrilation?
No, you would not give CPR to a person with atrial fib. This condition is treated with drugs such as blood thinners or medications that regulate the heart. If however, the person stops breathing, you would then perform CPR.
How should CPR be performed on a person with a punctured lung?
cpr cannot be done
Can you give your self CPR?
No, most of the time when CPR is required the person is unconscious and therefore is unable to give CPR to themselves. A person can give themselves a modified version of the Heimlich maneuver though.
Under what conditions would you not commence CPR?
You not allowed to perform CPR if: 1. There is danger to your own life 2. If a guardian of the individual will not give you permission to perform CPR 3. There is a verified DNR physician order 4. The person doesn't need CPR 5. Higher level medical personell arrive to take over and ask you to stop CPR
Move an injured person only if what while giving CPR?
You should move a person during CPR only if the scene becomes unsafe.
If you can't hear whether the person is breathing should you give CPR?
Tilt the head back to open the airway and look, listen, and feel for breathing; look for the chest to rise and fall, listen for the breaths, and feel for the breaths on your cheek. If you determine the person is not breathing, give 2 breaths and start CPR.
What should you do if a person needs CPR but nobody who is nearby can do CPR?
CALL 000 IMMEDIATELY AND ASK FOR THE AMBULANCE! If you are at the beach the lifeguard should be able to.
FIRST should you make sure a person's mouth is clear when doing CPR?
No, start CPR with 30 compressions.
Where can I learn about infant CPR?
Probably at a hospital. You should ask your doctor or a person you know who works at a hospital or a doctors clinic. They can give you more information about it.
Why should a person not induce CPR on a conscious person?
Because there is the possibility of breaking ribs
