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Trends in survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with a shockable rhythm and its association with bystander resuscitation: a retrospective study

Emergency Medicine Journal

Inclusion criteria were non-traumatic cardiac arrests treated with at least one external electric shock with an automated external defibrillator from the basic life support team and resuscitated by a physician-staffed ALS team. Primary outcome was survival at hospital discharge with a good neurological outcome.

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SGEM#396: And iGel Myself, I’m Over You, Cus I’m the King (Tube) of Wishful Thinking

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

A fire company is on scene providing high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and has defibrillated twice with an automated external defibrillator (AED). Background: Airway management strategies for out of hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) have been hotly debated since the dawn of CPR. Reference: Smida et al.

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SGEM#231: You’re So Vein – IO vs. IV Access for OHCA

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Bystander CPR is initiated prior to EMS arrival. EMS arrives on scene and initiates high quality basic life support (BLS). However, no randomized trial has compared intravenous access to intraosseous access with a primary outcome of good neurologic function.

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The importance of AED placement and Stryker’s guide to optimizing accessibility

AED Leader

Clear signage, visibility, and ease of access are essential elements that ensure these life-saving devices can be utilized promptly by trained personnel or bystanders. Furthermore, regular maintenance and training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques significantly enhance the potential effectiveness of AEDs in emergencies.

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Sweta Mangal – The Role of Simulation Training in Ambulance Education and Preparedness

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

Understanding Simulation Training: Simulation training involves replicating real-life scenarios in a controlled environment to provide practical learning experiences for ambulance crews. Whether it’s administering medications, performing CPR, or managing airway obstructions, simulation allows for targeted skill development and feedback.

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ILCOR goes Annual! AHA gives focused recommendations.

Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

AHA statements are labeled with" [AHA]" We can now expect more frequent and closer cycling and knowledge translation from the laboratory workbench or studies of cases and outcomes to our own practice. DISPATCH-ASSISTED COMPRESSION-ONLY CPR COMPARED WITH DISPATCH-ASSISTED CONVENTIONAL CPR (ADULTS): CONSENSUS ON SCIENCE.

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REBEL Cast Ep113: Defibrillation Strategies for Refractory Ventricular Fibrillation

RebelEM

In fact, 4000 paramedics in total were not only trained in the study protocol but also given a rigorous evaluation of their ability to perform CPR. Within the United States, due to paramedic shortages, this dual-medic setup does not exist in many EMS systems. The prehospital providers in this study had an extensive amount of training.

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