Experts called the main feature that distinguishes men from women

The conducted study.

Employees of the University of Pennsylvania found that women are less likely to receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in a public place than men.

Scientists reported that necessary medical care in case of cardiac arrest in a public place will receive 45% of men and 39% women. So many different indicators associated with physical and psychological barriers: people find it easier to do artificial respiration and heart massage a strange man than a woman.

This is explained by the peculiarities of perception of body shape, which can also be influenced by the age and weight of the person. However, the gender of the victim in such situations can be vital.

The researchers analyzed 19 331 the case of cardiac arrest, using a database of network Resuscitation Outcomes Consortium. This network consists of local clinical centers in Canada and the USA and is exploring the provision of medical care outside of medical institutions. The analysis showed that men have 1.23 times more likely to get CPR from strangers, and two times more likely to survive after the heart stops in principle.

According to the staff of the University of Pennsylvania, you should convey to people the importance of first aid, regardless of gender.

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