CPR compressions in the wrong position are hazardous and can lead to rib or sternum fractures, ineffective CPR, etc.
CPR requires compression of the middle and lower third of the sternum, the wrong position of the compression, may be pressed on the top of the rib cage, next to the rib cage, will lead to rib cage or sternum is broken, triggering lung contusion, cardiac puncture, liver rupture and other hazards, there is hemorrhage in the case of may endanger the safety of life.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation presses the wrong position, does not achieve effective pressure, can not get the effect of rescue, may indirectly lead to death.
Thoracic cardiac compression should be positioned according to the standard method, the compression site in the lower third of the sternum, the middle of the chest between the two nipples, do not down or to the sides of the wrong position. Fingers and palms should be cocked, arms should be taut and elbow joints straight during compressions; any bending of the elbows will result in insufficient force and depth of compressions.
In the event that someone suffers a sudden cardiac arrest, try to get a professional to perform CPR.