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What is cardiopulmonary resuscitation?
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CPR: First responder assessment and breathing and circulation treatment for person in trouble, conscious or unconsious.
Answered 7/5/2017
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Push hard push fast: CPR is simple- by pushing hard (compressing the chest) and fast (100 times a minute) any patient whose heart has stopped doing its job (beating effectively) can be supported until medical care arrives. No breaths. Not difficult. Save a life.
Answered 7/5/2017
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