Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
/ˌkɑːrdi.oʊˈpʊlməˌnɛri rɪˌsʌsɪˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An emergency medical procedure involving chest compressions and artificial ventilation to restore spontaneous circulation and breathing in a person experiencing cardiac arrest.
The paramedics performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately after finding the patient unresponsive.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, CPR may be referenced in healthcare regulations, liability cases, and emergency response protocols; precise definition ensures clarity in statutory and procedural texts.
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