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Why is the first step in responding to life-threatening situations to...
When faced with a life-threatening situation like cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, an unconscious or collapsed victim, an accident, choking, or a heart attack, the very first thing to do is to carefully check what’s going on around you. Taking a mo...
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What is a Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Order?
A do-not-resuscitate order, often called a DNR, is a specific instruction given by a person or their doctor. It tells medical staff not to perform certain life-saving treatments if the person’s heart stops beating or they stop breathing. This c...
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A Complete Guide to Synchronized Cardioversion: Procedure, Risks, and Recovery
Synchronized cardioversion is a medical procedure used to restore a normal heartbeat in people with irregular or rapid heart rhythms. During the process, a small electrical shock is delivered at the precise moment in the heartbeat cycle, timed to the...
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How Should You Treat a Pregnant Choking Victim?
When someone starts choking, panic can set in quickly. But if the person is pregnant, the situation becomes even more critical. Your actions must be calm, quick, and careful because now, two lives are at risk: the mother’s and the baby’s. This gu...
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CPR Ventilations: How and Why They Matter in Saving Lives
When performing CPR, there are two main parts to focus on: chest compressions, which keep blood moving, and ventilations, which bring oxygen into the lungs. While some people use compression-only CPR, giving rescue breaths along with compressions can...
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Does the Rib Cage Break During CPR?
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a life-saving technique used during emergencies when someone’s heart has stopped beating. It involves giving chest compressions and rescue breaths to keep blood and oxygen flowing to vital organs, especially t...
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