The Open Dictionary

CPR

名词

UK/ˌsiː.piːˈɑːʳ/
US/ˌsiː.piːˈɑːr/

定义 CPR 名词

  1. Uncountable

    An abbreviation for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a crucial first-aid technique that involves chest compressions and artificial respiration to maintain blood flow and oxygen supply during a medical emergency.

    • The paramedics quickly administered CPR to the man who had collapsed.

    • She received training in CPR in order to be prepared for emergencies.

    • A bystander initiated CPR on the victim while waiting for the ambulance to arrive.