What Is the Survival Rate for Commotio Cordis If an External

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is the survival rate for commotio cordis if an external defibrillator and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are used within 3 minutes?

• A) 15%
• B) 25%
• C) 50%
• D) 75%

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