Friday, July 29, 2011

Ask Dr KK: How effective should be breathing in CPR?


One should not push more than 50% of the tidal volume in each breath. Don’t push air into the stomach as it will impair hemodynamics. If the respiratory rate is more, it will also impair hemodynamics.


About the author: Dr K K Aggarwal is Padmashri and Dr B C Roy National Awardee, President Heart Care Foundation of India, Dean Board of Medical Education Moolchand Medcity, Sr. Physician & Cardiologist, Visiting professor Clinical Research DIPSAR, Past President Delhi Medical Association, Past Academic and Research Wing Head IMA, Chairman Ethics Committee Delhi Medical Council.  

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