Health Animation - CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Developed by Medindia Content Team | Health Animation Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 10, 2014

What is Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation(CPR)?

Emergency life-saving measure
Combination of rescue breathing & chest compressions
Done on unconscious/ non-breathing patient
Done on persons suffering cardiac arrest
Also for near-drowning/ asphyxiation/ trauma cases
CPR conducts defibrillation
Supports heart pumping for short duration
Allows oxygen to reach brain
Buys time till help arrives
More effective when done as early as possible

Disclaimer

The procedure/surgery depicted in this video is for information purpose only. Depending on the patient condition, the procedure/surgery methodology could vary in actuality.

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