What is the primary goal of CPR?

The primary goal of CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is to restore normal breathing and circulation. When someone experiences cardiac arrest or stops breathing, their heart is not pumping blood effectively to the vital organs, including the brain. CPR techniques, such as chest compressions and rescue breaths, are designed to maintain blood flow and oxygenation until professional medical help arrives. This intervention is crucial in preventing brain damage and increasing the chances of survival.

Other options, such as treating injuries, preventing fainting, or administering first aid, may be part of a broader first aid response but do not specifically address the immediate life-threatening conditions associated with a cardiac arrest or respiratory failure, which CPR directly targets.