When can you stop CPR?

Stopping CPR is appropriate when emergency help arrives because trained medical personnel take over the care of the individual. Their arrival signifies that advanced medical resources are on the scene, typically equipped to provide further assistance such as defibrillation, advanced airway management, or medications, which are crucial for the patient’s survival.

Continuing CPR until professional responders arrive ensures that the individual receives continuous support during a critical time. It's essential to avoid stopping CPR prematurely since every moment is vital in providing necessary oxygenation and circulation to the heart and brain until trained medical help can assume responsibility for the patient’s care.