CPR is one of the essential techniques that can help save lives in many situations. This abbreviation stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, reflecting the two components of this technique. As part of this technique, an indirect heart massage is performed to restore blood circulation and artificial respiration to fill the lungs with air.
When trying to help an unconscious person, the following steps must be followed. First, one needs to ensure that the person needs help, that they are safe, and that special services have already been called. Secondly, one needs to verify breathing by placing the person on their back and tilting their head back to open the respiratory passages.
If there is no breathing, CPR should be started. To do this, a person must put their palms on the center of the chest and, helping themself with the weight of the body, press on the chest 100-120 times a minute. If the person is qualified enough, delivering rescue breaths is necessary to fill the lungs with air. This procedure should be continued until the person shows signs of life.