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Science SPM Chapter 2 Emergency Help

2.1 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Situations that Require CPR
(CPR) 1. A victim would need CPR if an individual:
(a) does not breathe
Definition of CPR
(b) does not have a pulse or heartbeat
1. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, also known as (c) does not show any response to any stimuli
CPR is an emergency aid with the purpose of
restore the heartbeat and breathing to victims 2. All the problems above might be caused by:
who suffer from a heart problem or breathing (a) heart attack
difficulties.
(b) electric shock
2. CPR is done as a precautionary measure to (c) drowning
help save the victim while the paramedics are Form
(d) lightning strike
making their way to the scene.
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3. CPR involves chest compressions and mouth-
to-mouth resuscitation.

CPR Procedure

1. As a civilian, you can perform CPR on a victim as long as the procedures you follow are correct. This
is important as the correct procedure can help save the victim’s life.

2. You would not need any tools or equipment to conduct CPR.
3. Figure 2.1 shows the correct CPR steps for an adult:

Step 1: Check the victim’s response Step 2: Open the airway and check the
victim’s breathing

• Approach the victim to check on them. • Ensure that the victim is lying down on
• Ensure that the area surrounding you a flat surface.
and the victim is save. • Tilt the head back and lift the chin to

• Tap the victim on the shoulder and ask open his airway.
‘Are you OK?’. • Listen for a breath from the mouth or
• If there is no response, call 999 nose of the victim (if any).
immediately or ask someone nearby to • Monitor for any chest movements.
do so.

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