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.