Definition of CPR
CPR is an emergency lifesaving procedure that is performed when a person's own breathing or heartbeat have stopped, such as in cases of electric shock or drowning. CPR is a combination of rescue breathing, which provides oxygen to the victim's lungs, and chest compressions, which keep oxygenated blood circulating until an effective heartbeat and breathing can be restored.
Permanent brain damage or death can occur within minutes if blood flow ceases. Therefore, it is critical that blood flow and breathing be continued until trained medical help arrives.CPR techniques vary slightly depending on the age or size of the victim.
CPR on An Adult
CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is an important procedure for everyone to know. It has been responsible for saving many lives and can often sustain life until emergency medical care arrives.
CPR on An Infant Under 1 Year
CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is an important procedure for everyone to know. It has been responsible for saving many lives and can sustain life until emergency medical care arrives.
CPR on Children Ages 1 to 8
CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is an important procedure for everyone to know. When performing CPR on a child over 1 year old, keep in mind that the lung capacity of a child is far less than that of an adult. Use less pressure in chest compressions (press one to one-half inches into chest) and less force in when rescue breathing (enough to see the chest rise).
