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Knowing the steps of CPR can help save a person's life. In this article, we look at CPR steps, including how to prepare, when to use it, and which techniques to use.

Fowler admits he's had similar calls where he's had to talk someone through the steps of CPR. But has it ever involved an 11-year-old girl? "Not that I can necessarily remember, no," he responded.

Hands-only CPR, which can be performed on teenagers and adults, has shown to be as effective as in the first few minutes as CPR with breaths, Sasson said. It also only has two steps, making it ...

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