Meaning of the word cpr in English
What does cpr mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cpr
US /ˌsiː.piːˈɑːr/
UK /ˌsiː.piːˈɑːr/
Abbreviation
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a medical procedure involving repeated compression of the chest and artificial ventilation, performed to maintain circulatory and respiratory function in a person who has collapsed and is unconscious.
Example:
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The lifeguard performed CPR on the drowning victim.
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Everyone should learn how to perform CPR.
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