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Chest Compressions 101: How Deep and at What Rate Should Chest Compressions Be?

Performing chest compressions is one of the most important components of life-saving resuscitation. In fact, in many cases – particularly those in which the person resuscitating is untrained – compression-only CPR (that is, resuscitation without rescue breathing) is recommended. This demonstrates how vital and effective chest compressions are in helping someone survive
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