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Can one contract tuberculosis/lung infections, etc. from cpr training?

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Likely: Yes, you could if you are not using any barrier wile doing mouth to mouth with a infected person.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Come on: Do not worry are you able to use the subway? Risk may be even higher.

Answered 9/21/2012

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