Artificial respiration

Artificial Respiration is a procedure that aids or replaces natural breathing when a person is unable to breathe on their own. It is a critical component of first aid and emergency medicine, and is often used in both pre-hospital and in-hospital settings.

Overview

Artificial respiration is a method of forcing air into the lungs in an attempt to restore breathing. The procedure is used in many emergency situations that involve respiratory or cardiac distress and failure. It is a fundamental aspect of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), which is a key technique in the field of emergency medical services.

Techniques

There are several techniques of artificial respiration, including mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and the use of automated external defibrillators. The choice of technique often depends on the situation, the skills of the person providing aid, and the equipment available.

Mouth-to-Mouth Resuscitation

Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is a method of artificial respiration which involves one person using their mouth to create a seal over the patient's mouth and blowing air into their lungs.

Automated External Defibrillators

Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are portable devices that can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm. They are used in cases of life-threatening cardiac emergencies.

Training

Training in artificial respiration is often provided as part of first aid and CPR courses. These courses are offered by various organizations, including the American Heart Association and the Red Cross.

See Also

• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Emergency medicine
• First aid
• Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
• Automated external defibrillators