SOLUTION

In first aid, CPR stands for Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation.

• Lifesaving technique: CPR is crucial in situations where immediate intervention is necessary to prevent death.
• Emergencies: CPR is specifically used when someone’s heart has stopped (cardiac arrest) or they’ve stopped breathing.
• Chest compressions: These are rhythmic pushes on the chest, which help circulate blood.
• Rescue breaths: These provide oxygen to the lungs. (Current guidelines emphasize chest compressions, but rescue breaths are still important, especially for certain situations like drowning.)
• Maintain blood flow and oxygenation: The primary goal of CPR is to keep blood circulating and delivering oxygen to vital organs, particularly the brain, until advanced medical care is available.
• Until professional medical help arrives: CPR is a temporary measure to buy time until paramedics or other medical professionals can take over.

It’s important to remember that CPR is most effective when performed immediately. Training in CPR is highly recommended for everyone, as it can make a life-or-death difference.