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Issue #3: The Latest in Critical Care, 6/5/23

PulmCCM

Read in Journal of Critical Care ECMO vs CPR for pre-hospital resuscitation after cardiac arrest. Check out the preliminary program , and use code PULMCCM15 to get 15% off the attendance fees. makes me long for an adequately powered randomized trial. They really go the extra mile in the Netherlands.

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Cervical Spine Imaging in Kids – the PECARN rule

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Children in the validation cohort were admitted to the intensive care unit or operating room less frequently than those in the derivation cohort. A proportion of the patients who were initially missed using the CDR were found to actually have risk factors documented in EMS reports or the medical record.

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5 Features of Philips Defibrillators You Need to Know About

AED Leader

When faced with a life-threatening situation, every second counts, and having a defibrillator that is easy to operate can make a significant difference. Smart CPR Feedback and Real-Time Monitoring Adequate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is crucial for increasing the chances of survival during a cardiac arrest.

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Learning about human factors in the emergency department

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Then you hear the words coming out of the speaker, “ Paediatric code black. Paediatric code black ”. You’ve heard the phrase code black before – it’s a traumatic cardiac arrest. They’re getting CPR. You know a paediatric code black means paediatric traumatic cardiac arrest. You actually run down the corridor.

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The Top 5 Features to Look for in a Cardiac Science AED Defibrillator

AED Leader

This durability is essential, particularly for businesses operating in demanding or outdoor environments. Real-Time CPR Feedback Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) correctly is crucial for the success of a resuscitation attempt. Yes, Cardiac Science provides a warranty on its AED defibrillators.

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What is an AED defibrillator

AED Leader

Drawing from my extensive experience as a CPR instructor and emergency responder, I’ve witnessed firsthand how rapid deployment and proper usage of AEDs can mean the difference between life and death during neurological emergencies. Knowing the steps to operate it increases your chances of success in critical situations.

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Cardiac Rhythms/ECG Module

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Low risk BRUE: Age >60 days Gestational age >32/40 Post conceptual age >45 weeks First episode No CPR given (by a trained medical provider) No concerning history or examination findings (eg FHx sudden cardiac death) Where the above features are present then investigation and hospital stay can be limited.

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