ALWAYS CALL FOR HELP BEFORE DOING CPR.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is recommended for those who are unresponsive with no breathing or abnormal breathing.
YOU DO NOT PERFORM CPR ON SOMEONE WHO IS BREATHING NORMALLY.
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The average citizen should perform chest compressions only until EMS (Emergency Medical Services) arrives.
CHEST COMPRESSIONS DO NOT BRING A PERSON BACK TO LIFE.
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Once EMS arrives, they can use a breathing apparatus and an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) to bring the person back to life.
There could be additional problems like choking, drug overdoses, food allergies, etc. EMS can handle these situations and get the patient to the hospital.
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Thank you for your service to all First Responders.