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In the procedure cpr i shuod fracture the rebs to help the patient?

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Dr. Christopher Dougherty answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

CPR: No fracturing a rib may occur but it will not help the patient. The desire is to compress the chest to push blood through the heart and the rest of the body.

Dr Endean agreed

Answered 9/22/2013

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