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Jun 17, 2021 · Simon Kjaer: The football nomad who became a hero for role in saving Christian Eriksen’s life at Euro 2020 ... Kjaer secured Eriksen’s neck, ensured his airways were cleared and started CPR ...
Jun 14, 2021 · Quick thinking by the heroic captain. When Eriksen collapsed, Kjaer “sprinted the length of the pitch and sprung into action”, says Spanish newspaper Marca. His quick thinking played a pivotal ...
Jun 12, 2021 · Simon Kjaer has received huge praise for his part in stabilising Christian Eriksen after he collapsed and required CPR in Denmark's Euro 2020 game. Eriksen is now stable and talking
Jun 12, 2021 · Denmark captain Simon Kjaer started the CPR on team-mate Christian Eriksen Credit: AFP. 11. The Denmark players crowded around Eriksen after he collapsed on the pitch Credit: Getty.
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The medical team that saved Christian Eriksen's life will be the recipients of the 2021 UEFA President's Award along with Denmark captain Simon Kjaer.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin described the individuals as "the true heroes of Euro 2020" after rushing to Eriksen's aid in Denmark's opening group game against Finland.
Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field at Parken Stadium on June 12, but is now on the road to recovery after he was resuscitated on the pitch.
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UEFA said the accolade is a "mark of homage for their vital contributions", with Kjaer sharing the honour for his reaction in immediately helping Eriksen as well as for the "exceptional leadership qualities" he displayed.
CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and is a medical technique which is given to someone who goes into cardiac arrest.
That occurs when the heart encounters an electrical issue and stops pumping blood around the body and to the brain, causing the person to fall out of consciousness and stop breathing.
Medics define this as 'clinical death', which is the onset of biological death, although CPR can help re-start the person's heart functions and save their life.
By administering chest compressions and rescue breaths, the CPR performer helps to pump blood and oxygen around the person's body, taking over the role of their heart and lungs.
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Aug 24, 2021 · Kjaer was commended for his "admirable response" to the situation. The AC Milan defender, 32, put Eriksen in the recovery position, started the initial CPR procedure before leading the Danish ...
Jun 12, 2021 · Paramedics treat Christian Eriksen after Denmark captain Simon Kjaer performed CPR. Sabrina Kvist Jensen is embraced by Simon Kjaer. Countless people deserve recognition and thanks for their ...
