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How Can You Achieve a High Chest Compression Fraction?
Delivering effective CPR requires more than just following the basic steps. One important factor that can make a significant impact is the Chest Compression Fraction (CCF). This often-overlooked metric measures the percentage of time chest compressio...
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How Often Does CPR Work? Success Rates, Key Factors & Risks
Every year, many people suffer sudden cardiac arrests, and in those critical moments, CPR can mean the difference between life and death. But just how effective is CPR? How often does it help save lives? These questions concern many, especially when ...
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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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Science Behind CPR: How does it revive the heart and brain?
Understanding how CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) works is important because it can make a big difference when someone’s heart stops. CPR helps circulate blood and oxygen throughout the body when the heart stops. The brain especially depends on...
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Cardiac Arrest: Causes, Symptoms, Types & Treatment
Cardiac arrest happens when the heart suddenly stops beating effectively. This stops blood flow to the brain and other parts of the body, which can be life-threatening. It often occurs without warning. It can affect anyone at any age, and it is a ser...
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