Telephone cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first responder systems, cardiac arrest centers, and global campaigns to save lives.
Current Opinion in Critical Care · 2023-10-05 · Other / unclear
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The latest resuscitation guidelines contain a new chapter, which focuses on systems improving care for patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). In this article, we describe recent developments regarding telephone cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first responder systems, cardiac arrest centers, and global campaigns. RECENT FINDINGS: Telephone CPR has been implemented in many countries, and recent developments include artificial intelligence and video calls to improve dispatch assisted CPR. However, the degree of implementation is not yet satisfying. Smartphone alerting systems are effective in reducing the resuscitation-free interval, but many regions do not yet use this technology. Further improvements are needed to reduce response times. Cardiac arrest centers increase the survival chance after OHCA. Specific criteria need to be defined and professional societies should establish a certification process. Global campaigns are effective in reaching people around the world. However, we need to evaluate the effects of the campaigns. SUMMARY: Telephone CPR, first responder systems, cardiac arrest centers, and global campaigns are highlighted in the recent resuscitation guidelines. However, the degree of implementation is not yet sufficient. We do not only need to implement these measures, but we should also aim to monitor the systems regarding their performance and further improve them.
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Alerted volunteer responders · Bystanders · Dispatchers & call takers · Implementation · Telemedicine · Time intervals
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