Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MAY 19, 2020

ECMO Flow was achieved after approximately 1 hour of high quality CPR. The gold standard technique for diagnosing coronary spasm is administration of high-dose intracoronary acetylcholine boluses with the response evaluated by invasive contrast angiography. After good ECMO flow was established, she was successfully defibrillated.

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AED Leader

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Furthermore, regular maintenance and training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques significantly enhance the potential effectiveness of AEDs in emergencies. The American Heart Association and European Resuscitation Council emphasize the importance of early defibrillation.

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AED Leader

MAY 27, 2024

Look for AEDs with clear visual and audio prompts that guide the user through resuscitation. Additionally, consider devices that offer CPR feedback, providing real-time instructions on the correct compression depth and rate. In an emergency, every second counts, and the device should be intuitive and user-friendly.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Here are the American Heart Association Guidelines: 2005 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Part 10.1: IV administration of potassium is indicated when arrhythmias are present or hypokalemia is severe (potassium level of less than 2.5

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RebelEM

DECEMBER 19, 2022

trying harder and longer knowing they are enrolled in this study) Use of two different models of defibrillators may negatively impact the internal validity of this pilot study Certain baseline characteristics were not balanced, such as: prehospital intubation and Epinephrine administration.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2019

Here are the American Heart Association Guidelines: 2005 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Part 10.1: IV administration of potassium is indicated when arrhythmias are present or hypokalemia is severe (potassium level of less than 2.5

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This should include early identification of life-threatening injuries, targeted fluid resuscitation using blood products, pain management, then eventual safeguarding and psychological support. Establish IV access for potential fluid resuscitation. You feel the patient needs fluid resuscitation. Administer O2 if necessary.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 16, 2024

Hypothermic Arrest In general, hypothermic patients in cardiac arrest should be aggressively resuscitated. Patients can have excellent outcomes despite prolonged resuscitation. 2,3 If the patient meets criteria for resuscitation, they generally are not declared dead until their core temperature is above 32℃ (“warm and dead”).

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Tragically, several attempts at resuscitation upon arrival at the emergency department were unsuccessful. This is referred to as CPR I nduced C onsciousness ( CPRIC ). Rocuronium ( a muscle relaxant ) alone was administered as he became combative. Another attempt led to an oesophageal intubation. Ben was awake but paralysed.

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AED Leader

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Incorporating defibrillation into Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) significantly enhances survival rates for victims of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). In practical settings, hands-on training enhances understanding of CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) techniques alongside defibrillation.

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ACEP Now

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Optimally, bystander CPR, including the administration of rescue breaths, should be initiated prior to arrival of emergency medical services. 3 Once the patient arrives in your emergency department, a rapid review of the patient’s status and results of resuscitative efforts should be performed. 4 Another study cited only 2.3

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 8, 2016

After resuscitation, he was found to have a 90% thrombotic lesion in the same saphenous vein graft to the right posterior descending artery. Here are the American Heart Association Guidelines: 2005 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Part 10.1: This was stented.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 17, 2024

She received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and standard advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). She had return of spontaneous resuscitation (ROSC) and was subsequently intubated and transported to the emergency department (ED). Upon ED arrival, she had a heart rate (HR) of 160 and blood pressure (BP) of 80s/40s.

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Taming the SRU

JULY 2, 2023

Cardiac Arrest As mentioned before, tidal CO2 is a function of metabolic rate and cardiac output, so capnography can be utilized during CPR to monitor the effectiveness of chest compressions. Part 1: executive summary: 2015 American Heart Association guidelines update for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency cardiovascular care."

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Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

AUGUST 19, 2015

I have never found it necessary to stop CPR to beat my patient and curse them, yelling for them to come back! Regardless, the successful resuscitation rate is admirable (and as yet, impossible) although the technique is terrible. ." It was also confessed that the clipboard was a reminder as to the pronunciation of medical words.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

After starting cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), you note pulseless electrical activity (PEA) on the monitor. Multiple studies have demonstrated how the administration of epinephrine can improve short-term outcomes, such as return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC).

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 6, 2025

His heart rate had improved to the 80s after epinephrine administration. CPR was initiated and he underwent 1 round of ACLS (CPR + 1 mg epi). During CPR, he started moving all four extremities spontaneously. Subsequently, he became increasingly bradycardic and was noted to have myoclonic movements.

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Taming the SRU

JANUARY 31, 2025

Taming the Sru WITH Dr. Hajdu High quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), administration of epinephrine and defibrillation on rhythm changes when indicated should be the mainstay of treatment for cardiac arrest caused by nonshockable rhythms including pulseless electrical activity (PEA) and asystole.

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Taming the SRU

JUNE 6, 2023

then need further evaluation Usually with CTA imaging If normal physical exam & ABI>0.9, then need further evaluation Usually with CTA imaging If normal physical exam & ABI>0.9,

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