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What is CPR |
CPR is a combination of rescue breathing and chest compressions delivered to victims thought to be in cardiac arrest. When cardiac arrest occurs the use of CPR can support a small amount of blood flow to the heart and brain to "buy time" until normal heart function is restored. |
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The 3 steps for CPR |
C/A/B or Circulation/Airway/Breathing |
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The steps of the survival chain |
- Recognition/activation of CPR - Chest compressions - AED/defibrillator - Rapid defibrillation - Effective advanced life support (EMT’s, ambulance) - Integrated post-cardiac arrest care |
