Why Use the Tool?

 In keeping with my attempt to stay with CPR, the title of the last entry on this week's reading list caught my eye:
Many think of CPR and believe there is no reason for them to even learn.  I've heard things like:
  • 911 will be there
  • It won't make any difference
  • Someone else will know what to do
The sad fact is that every minute CPR isn't done on someone who needs it, there is a 10% decrease in the likelihood they will survive.

Here is the rationale of why CPR matters:

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