"Virtual Assistants: Lifesaving CPR Support?"

A study has found that voice assistants like Siri and Alexa provide inconsistent and often irrelevant information when it comes to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Only 59% of responses included CPR-related information, and just one third gave actual CPR instructions. Bystanders are advised not to rely on voice assistants for medical information and should prioritize calling emergency services (911) in case of a medical emergency. The American Heart Association recommends taking CPR courses and building a cardiac response plan. Researchers suggest standardizing phrases and incorporating evidence-based content to improve the quality of CPR instructions provided by voice assistants.