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Learning the Proper Hand Placement for CPR Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video describes hand placement for chest compressions.
- The hands should be placed at the bottom half of the bottom third of the sternum. Therefore, it’s essential to figure out where the sternum ends.
- Use a biofeedback device while performing chest compressions.
- This video also dispels several myths regarding chest compressions.
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