Resuscitation

Resuscitation means emergency actions used to help someone whose breathing or heartbeat has stopped. Learn what the term means and where to find the main practical pages.

Resuscitation means emergency actions used to help someone whose breathing or heartbeat has stopped. Learn what the term means and where to find the main practical pages.

A CPR face mask is a small but vital tool that makes giving rescue breaths safer and easier during an emergency, protecting both the first aider and the person in need. By using this mask, you can help deliver lifesaving oxygen while reducing the risk of spreading germs.

Rescue breaths means giving breaths to help move air into someone’s lungs. Learn how rescue breaths fit with CPR and when full resuscitation is needed.

Chest compressions are the main pumping action used during CPR. Learn when to start chest compressions, why they matter, and how they fit into the early emergency response.

CPR means cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Learn when to start CPR, how it fits into DRSABCD and basic life support, and when unresponsive people need urgent action.