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CPR - adult

Alternative Names:

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - adult; Rescue breathing and chest compressions - adult; Resuscitation - cardiopulmonary - adult
Prevention:

Eliminate or reduce risk factors that contribute to heart disease, such as cigarette smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, and stress.
Get plenty of exercise.
See your doctor regularly.
Always use seatbelts and drive safely.
Avoid using illegal drugs.

References:

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Marx JA, Hockberger RS, Walls RM, eds. Rosen?s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 5th Ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2002;64-82.

American Heart Association. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Available at: http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4479.

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