CPR Technique: Know How to Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation During Heart Attack
CPR Technique: A heart attack happens when a blood clot, usually, blocks the blood supply to a portion of the heart muscle. Breathlessness, chest pain, and other symptoms may result from damage to the damaged area of the heart caused by this cessation in blood flow. In the event of a heart attack, prompt action is essential, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving method that can significantly improve the situation. To keep the blood flowing and the oxygen level in the blood up until professional medical help arrives, CPR involves chest compressions and rescue breathing.
How To Do CPR?
When performing CPR, it is important to push hard and quickly in the center of the chest, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Before starting CPR, make sure the surroundings are safe and assess the victim's responsiveness. If the victim is unresponsive, dial 911 immediately. Interlace the fingers of one hand with the heel of the other hand on the center of the chest, just below the nipple line. Position yourself directly over the victim and compress the chest at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute for at least 2 inches. Between compressions, allow the chest to fully recoil. Provide two rescue breaths after 30 compressions. Keep the airway open by tilting the head back and lifting the chin. Pinch the victim's nose shut, create a complete seal over their mouth with yours, and take one-second breaths. Continue the cycle of 30 compressions and 2 breaths until help arrives or the victim begins to breathe on their own.
