CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), also known as CPR, involves a set of standardized maneuvers aimed at replacing the circulatory and respiratory functions of the victim. The primary goal is to maintain the minimal oxygen required by the brain and other vital organs, thus delaying the effects and irreversible damage caused by a lack of breathing and circulation. To achieve this, oxygenated blood is circulated through external chest compressions, and air is introduced to the victim until specialized medical teams arrive.
The procedure for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation begins by placing the person on a firm and flat surface, ensuring they are lying face up. Then, kneel beside the person and position your hands in the center of the chest, with the heel of one hand in the middle of the sternum and the other hand on top, interlocking the fingers.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Next, 30 chest compressions need to be performed with a depth of at least 5 cm. It's important to ensure that the chest fully recoils after each compression, without resting on it, and that the compression rate is between 100 and 120 compressions per minute, roughly 30 compressions in 15-18 seconds.
30 Compressions
After the 30 compressions, artificial ventilation is required, which involves giving 2 breaths. For each breath, first, the airway must be opened using the head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver, tilting the head back to open the airways. Then, pinch the nose shut and deliver enough air volume to raise the chest. This action should last approximately one second.
2 Breaths
It's important to continue the cycle of 30 compressions and 2 breaths until medical assistance arrives, a defibrillator (AED) is used, or the person recovers.
