Description

CPR, or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a lifesaving technique used in emergencies when someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped. It involves a combination of chest compressions and rescue breaths to maintain blood flow and oxygenation to vital organs until professional help arrives.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that CPR may be referred to as 'reanimación' in some contexts, but it is important to use the formal term 'resucitación cardiopulmonar' in clinical settings. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology and ensure clarity when discussing the procedure.

Example Sentences

EN: The paramedic performed CPR on the patient until they reached the hospital.

ES: El paramédico realizó la resucitación cardiopulmonar al paciente hasta que llegó al hospital.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing CPR with other emergency procedures; using informal terms instead of the clinical term; mispronouncing 'resucitación' as 'resuscitación'.