The concept of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as we know it today, involving chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth ventilation, was not fully developed or widely known in 1929, the setting of the TV series "Babylon Berlin." CPR, as a formalized technique, did not emerge until several decades later.
The origins of CPR can be traced back to the 18th century when various techniques were attempted to revive drowning victims. However, it was not until the 20th century that modern CPR techniques began to take shape.
The development of CPR as we understand it today is attributed to two key milestones:
The 1960s: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation started to gain recognition and acceptance as an effective method for reviving individuals in cardiac arrest. In 1960, Dr. James Elam and Dr. Peter Safar described the technique of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, which later became a fundamental component of CPR.
The 1970s: In 1974, the American Heart Association (AHA) began to promote a standardized approach to CPR, emphasizing chest compressions and artificial ventilation. The AHA's guidelines for CPR have continued to evolve and are regularly updated to reflect the latest scientific evidence.
Given this historical context, it is highly unlikely that the characters in "Babylon Berlin" would have been using modern CPR techniques involving chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation in 1929. However, it is not uncommon for historical inaccuracies to be present in television shows and movies, as they often take creative liberties for storytelling purposes.