Tagged ‘CPR’

Journal Review

Effect of US on CPR Pauses in Cardiac Arrest

Filed Under: Tags: , , , , February 22nd, 2018 Leave a Comment

The provision of high-quality compressions with minimal interruptions is central to the management of cardiac arrest. Along with defibrillation, high-quality compressions are the only interventions proven to improve patient-oriented outcomes.
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Journal Review

Continous vs Interrupted Compressions in OHCA

Filed Under: Tags: , , , , March 24th, 2016 2 Comments

In cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), chest compressions are frequently interrupted to provide rescue breathing. It has been documented in several pig models that these pauses are associated with a decrease in coronary perfusion pressure.
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