FDA Grants Full Approval to ONTAK(R) (denileukin diftitox) for Use in Patients with Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL) Oct 16, 2008
Administer ONTAK in a facility equipped and staffed for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Immediately stop and permanently discontinue ONTAK for serious infusion reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5. (PR Newswire)
Fisherman swept into Gulf off East Beach Oct 16, 2008
They put him on the board and started cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The area where the fisherman entered the water is shallow, except right next to the jetty, Davis said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Near downing sparks call for CPR training Oct 13, 2008
Ambulance Victoria says all people working around pools need cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training, after a three-year-old girl nearly drowned in Ballarat yesterday. The girl was pulled out of a pool at the Ballarat Aquatic Centre about 3:30pm AEDT.. (ABC Regional Online)
Japanese businessman accused of conspiring to kill wife found dead ... Oct 12, 2008
Beck said guards had checked on Miura only 10 minutes before he was found dead at 9:45 p.m. Officers rushed into the cell and gave him cardiopulmonary resuscitation while medical workers were summoned. Miura did not respond to treatment and was pronounced dead at USC Medical Center, Beck said. (Newsday)
Cellmate suspected in death Oct 10, 2008
The victim had no pulse, and officers and staff revived him using cardiopulmonary resuscitation and an automated external defibrillator. Officers had noted nothing unusual during a 2 a.m. check of prisoners. (Florida Today)
Vasopressors in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Oct 10, 2008
Volume 359:1624-1625. Since this article has no abstract, we have provided an extract of the first 100 words of the and any section headings. (New England Journal of Medicine)
An unusual Yom Kippur rite - CPR class Oct 8, 2008
So after morning prayers and before evening services Thursday, a few of the 1,350 gathered at Congregation Beth Sholom in the Richmond District will learn how to do the Heimlich maneuver and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Hyman sees the class as spiritual - and particularly apt for Yom Kippur, which stresses moving from reflection to action. (San Francisco Chronicle)
• To do for you Oct 6, 2008
Infant safety and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, in the lobby of St. Luke's downtown campus, 660 Shoshone St. E. in Twin Falls ... "Heartsaver Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation" class, 6-10 p.m. Thursday, in the Sage Room at St. Luke's Education Center, 588 Addison Ave. W. in Twin Falls. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Near drowning reported in Waikiki Oct 5, 2008
Honolulu paramedics and lifeguards performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a woman in her 50s who was found floating face down in ocean near Kuhio Beach this morning at about 11 a.m., a city spokesman said ... Honolulu paramedics and lifeguards performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a woman in her 50s who was found floating face down in ocean near Kuhio Beach this morning at about 11 a.m., a city spokesman said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Red Cross classes available for those who need defibrillator training Oct 4, 2008
Anyone can go through the training to use an AED, Dutcher said, but only those who are certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation can become AED-certified. Because they ve been receiving requests, likely due to the recent law enacted in March 2008, the Red Cross Scenic Bluffs Chapter is offering AED courses. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kauai drowning victim identified Oct 3, 2008
A bystander performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation until emergency crews arrived and took him to the hospital ... A bystander performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation until emergency crews arrived and took him to the hospital. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
• Somebody needs you Oct 3, 2008
Instructors - American Red Cross of Greater Idaho is seeking volunteer instructors for community cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid classes. Scholarships are available. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Suspect in manslaughter case accused of rape in SLO Sep 25, 2008
When police arrived at the scene, Mascorro wasn t breathing and Hollis was administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, according to court records. Hollis has been charged with felony manslaughter and felony involuntary manslaughter for Mascorro s death. (Santa Maria Times)
When your heart stops suddenly, little chance of survival Sep 24, 2008
Treatment involves cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation to jolt the heart back into normal rhythm. Untreated cardiac arrest usually is fatal within 10 minutes. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Take a simple step to help Sep 23, 2008
Friend Rob Polzin started cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Golf course maintenance worker Jack Feiner retrieved the automated external defibrillator (AED) from its place at the pro shop. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Region Roundup Sep 22, 2008
Linton - The Linton Hospital will hold a cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid class at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Linton Hospital conference room ... Steele - A public cardiopulmonary resuscitation class will be offered at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 29 at the Kidder County ambulance building in Steele. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Deputy Saves Hanged Dog With CPR Sep 21, 2008
"Instinct took over. He started doing CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).". Hogan put the animal back into the car and began mouth-to-mouth. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Firefighter charged with assault in fight Sep 18, 2008
Nemes, 58, of Norwood, helped perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation on Crowley before paramedics took him to Brigham and Women's Hospital. Police later arrested Nemes, who pleaded not guilty yesterday to assault and battery charges in West Roxbury District Court. (Boston Globe)
Town will pursue grant to repair dangerous bridge in Wassaic Sep 18, 2008
According to Pelky, the AEDs would walk a user through the steps of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). He said that one of the units would be placed at the concession stand at the Recreation Park and a second would be placed at the Wassaic Firehouse where the seniors have their meetings. (Henrietta Post, NY)
Garbage man saves woman's life Sep 17, 2008
Jones used his cardiopulmonary resuscitation training the city requires of its employees to make sure she had a heartbeat, he said. I remember he put a pillow under my head and stayed with me until the ambulance had come, Sanford said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Best bets on the Net Sep 13, 2008
Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation basics here. The free public service from the University of Washington School of Medicine features illustrated CPR guides, video demonstrations, CPR facts, first aid for choking victims, a printable CPR pocket guide, and more. (Florida Times-Union)
Inn manager saves drowning girl, 14 Sep 10, 2008
Once they were both out of the water, Schlicht and Tasia's sister, India, 20, began doing cardiopulmonary resuscitation as best as they could. "She never did CPR before," said Sabrina Holmes, Tasia and India's mother. (The News-Herald)
Far-off storms making NJ surf dangerous Sep 9, 2008
The 40-year-old was pulled from the water by local residents, given cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the beach, and rushed to a local hospital, where he died, said Coast Guard Petty Officer Chris McLaughlin. His name was not immediately available. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Berlin teen hopes to write a book about cardiac arrest incident Sep 7, 2008
He wants to address cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) survival rates and hopefully help others cope with losing someone after CPR has been performed. Wright plans to seek publishers for a book sometime next spring. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Motorcyclist killed in high-speed accident Sep 6, 2008
Paramedics performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation at the site of the wreck, but he was pronounced dead at a hospital, the spokeswoman said. Eastbound Mercy Road was closed between Black Mountain Road and Interstate 15 for several hours as police investigated the crash. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
SoCal Nurses, Others Fired Over Fake CPR Cards Sep 1, 2008
It requires training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation for all employees who have contact with patients. The hospital group launched an investigation about two weeks ago after a health care instructor noticed a worker's CPR certification card was a fake. (NBC 11, CA)
Newswatch, Police/Fire Aug 31, 2008
They brought him to shore and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Police found no evidence of foul play and have requested an autopsy to determine the cause of death. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
A (life-saving) team effort Aug 28, 2008
As had fellow coaches Randy Plendl and Bart Boustead, who joined Bodiford in administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation to Herbold for eight minutes until an ambulance arrived. Herbold, 17, is back home recovering, awaiting his first day of school. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The good, the bad and the ugly in Nogales Aug 27, 2008
ABRAZOS to the Nogales Fire Department for their cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Community Outreach Program. This is a no-cost program to our community. (Nogales International, AZ)
School nurses in short supply Aug 26, 2008
Some nurses say they are stretched thin for halting the spread of disease within schools, conducting vision and hearing screenings, leading sexual education classes, overseeing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid classes for staff and organizing blood drives. The national average is one nurse per 1,151 students. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Two men found dead in separate Anchorage locations Aug 25, 2008
Officers called to the scene about 5:25 a.m. began cardiopulmonary resuscitation but paramedics determined the victim was dead, according to a statement from police Lt. Paul Honeman. Homicide detectives investigated what was being called "an undetermined death," the statement said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Dead man found in apartment parking lot Aug 24, 2008
Officers found the man with "apparent trauma to the upper torso" and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation, but paramedics determined he was dead, says a statement today from Anchorage Police Lt. Paul Honeman. Homicide detectives are looking into what is now being called "an undetermined death," the statement says. (Anchorage Daily News)
Heart Disease Aug 24, 2008
If the heart's normal pumping action isn't restored quickly, either through cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or the use of an electric defibrillator, death from cardiac arrest is likely. You don't need a heart attack to trigger fibrillation, either: Heart failure by itself can raise the risk of spontaneous fibrillation, as can high blood pressure, obesity and smoking. (Time.com)
Boy riding bike struck, killed in Texas City Aug 22, 2008
They said a medical crew administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation and rushed him to Mainland Medical Center. John Florence, a spokesman with the Galveston County Medical Examiner s Office, said Vincent suffered head trauma and was pronounced dead at 2:30 p.m. An autopsy was scheduled for today, Florence said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Torrey Pines cliff-collapse victim identified Aug 22, 2008
Emergency crews began performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation while they waited for an all-terrain vehicle to carry him off the beach. He died at a trauma center. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Man killed in bluff collapse Aug 21, 2008
Once the man had been dug out, lifeguards and firefighters began performing nonstop cardiopulmonary resuscitation while they waited for an all-terrain vehicle to take him to the north parking lot of the state beach, where an ambulance and the fire department's Copter 1 both were waiting. They performed CPR continually on the victim for 40 minutes, Luque said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Youth drowns in club pond Aug 12, 2008
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation was started, and he was taken by ambulance to Trinity Medical Center, but was unable to be revived. He was pronounced dead at 4:26 p.m.. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Boy drowns in water park pool Aug 11, 2008
The child was pulled from the water about 4:20 p.m., and a lifeguard began administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The boy then was airlifted to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite, where doctors were unable to revive him. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Proposed assisted living rules assailed by both sides Aug 11, 2008
Among other objections for consumers: A care plan for new residents would only be required after they've moved in instead of up front; training of direct-care workers in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation is lacking; minimum staffing levels would be no greater than those for personal care homes; and resident rights to challenge discharges or choose their own health care providers are inadequate. Mr. Hall said the state expects criticisms from both sides, as they lobby to steer possible... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Even if it fails, lifesaving skills give victims a chance Aug 11, 2008
Wash and Gall had received regular training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use. But they had never used those skills until the day they received the call that Ward had collapsed in her cubicle. (USA Today -- News)
Gretna youth drowns at lake Aug 9, 2008
Davis said lifeguards immediately began cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Strickland was transported to Bedford Memorial Hospital, with lifesaving measures continuing. (Altivista Journal, VA)
What's in a Name? When It Comes to Drugs, Plenty Aug 6, 2008
The patient, given an opioid about 10 times more potent than the one prescribed, ended up in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The problem of sound-alike/look-alike drug names and its close cousin -- plain old mispronunciation -- abounds. (Health-Finder)
Two deaths mar start of lobster hunt Jul 31, 2008
Malcolm was pulled onto a boat and given cardiopulmonary resuscitation as the boat headed toward shore. According to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, paramedics met the boat on shore and pronounced Malcolm dead at 8:58 a.m.. (The Palm Beach Post)
Youth drowns in Lake Huron Jul 30, 2008
Crews aboard the Oscoda Township Water Rescue Team vessel immediately began performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while the watercraft traveled to a beach landing area near the state park s pavilion, where other emergency crews were waiting. Emergency crews continued to perform CPR on the youth on the way to the waiting ambulance. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
Madison Police add CPR device to emergency equipment Jul 30, 2008
Partly because its officers have used the technique on two heart attack victims in the last 18 months, the Madison Police Department knows the importance of delivering proper cardiopulmonary resuscitation during an emergency. Those emergencies were part of the reason why Chief Chuck Pulford recently added new CPR equipment to each of the department's patrol vehicles. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Durango woman struck at north City Market dies Jul 30, 2008
Durango Fire & Rescue Authority paramedics responded and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation before taking the woman to Mercy Regional Medical Center where she died a short time after arrival, Browning said. A witness said the woman appeared to be lost in the parking lot, as if she was looking for her car. (Durango Herald)
Iraq vet's training saves toddler Jul 28, 2008
Interested in learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The American Red Cross of Augusta offers $40 classes at its chapter office at 1322 Ellis St., next to Sacred Heart Cultural Center. (The Augusta Chronicle)
YOUR HEALTH: Hands-on experience can save lives Jul 28, 2008
That's just a partial list of what was covered during a class on first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) given by my local American Red Cross chapter. It's training that health experts wish everyone had, but that too few people get. (USA Today)
Accuseds escort dies after collapsing Jul 26, 2008
His colleague L/Kpl A. Bakar Hussin performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on him with some guidance from Abdul Razak s daughter Rowena. Once L/Kpl Othman regained consciousness, he was taken to the National Heart Institute. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Porter rebuts witnesses on stand in murder trial Jul 22, 2008
He said he administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation but was not able to revive a man who had swallowed too much water. Defense attorney Kirk McAllister presented Porter with letters signed by Craig, written on stationery for the Central Valley Museum of Agriculture, to show that Craig let Porter pay some personal expenses with museum money. (Modesto Bee, CA)
2-year-old pulled from backyard pool dies Jul 21, 2008
Tellef said the father did not know cardiopulmonary resuscitation, so he went to a neighbor's house, and CPR was performed on the boy. This was the third reported child drowning of the year in the Valley. (AZCentral -- News)
Toddler drownings spotlight pool risks Jul 21, 2008
by Jourdan Rasss - Jul. 21, 2008 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. (AZCentral -- News)
Man to be arraigned on coverup charge Jul 20, 2008
Officers arrived to find the victim out of the water and applied cardiopulmonary resuscitation. After efforts to revive the man failed, he was pronounced dead at the scene. (Boston Globe)
* NTU doctors find better technique for cardiac arrests Jul 20, 2008
A Taiwan medical research team reported that the survival rate of patients who receive emergency treatment using the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) life-support system is twice as high as among those who are given conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) alone ... The study, entitled Cardiopulmonary resuscitation with assisted extracorporeal life-support versus conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation in adults with in-hospital cardiac arrest: an observational study and... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Isle schools lacking sufficient nurses Jul 17, 2008
Each school has one health aide trained in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, she said. Okubo said her department is working with the state Department of Education to improve the school health system, which was established in 1969, but acknowledged that any changes would take a long time to occur. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Pocket heartbeat: Winchester native runs PocketCPR manufacturing plant in his hometown Jul 17, 2008
A Winchester native and resident recently announced the availability of PocketCPR, his potentially life-saving, palm-sized device that assists a rescuer in the delivery of high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) chest compressions. Mark Totman is the president of Bio-Detek Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of ZOLL Medical Corporation, which manufactures ECG, pacing, defibrillation and multi-function electrodes. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Body pulled from the lake Jul 15, 2008
As of press time, emergency responders were administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Additional information was not available. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
US attorney: Police role key in death probe Jul 13, 2008
Police said they discovered that Woodman was not breathing sometime after 12:47 a.m. while he was handcuffed face down on the ground, immediately administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and called an ambulance. Woodman's parents, Cathy and Jeffrey of Southwick, have accused police of failing to get prompt medical attention. (Boston Globe)
Family grateful for heroics of Town of Waterford police officers (13) Jul 13, 2008
He relieved Ava s dad and granddad, who were doing old-style cardiopulmonary resuscitation that consisted of chest compressions and regular ventilations. Hecht started in with up-to-date training which emphasizes continual compressions to get blood flowing to vital organs. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
"I saw a funeral. I saw a coffin." Jul 8, 2008
As the boy prayed, Dad did what he had to do: Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation. "Justin began to gurgle and snore," Waldner said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
NEWS IN BRIEF Jul 6, 2008
Gresham Fire Department and American Medical Response crews performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation and regained a pulse before Stumpo was taken to Mount Hood Hospital. The Multnomah County medical examiner's office has ruled the incident an accidental drowning, according to the Fairview Police Department. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Lightning strikes woman while golfing Jul 4, 2008
Two nurses who were with her immediately started administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, McCardell said. The victim was knocked unconscious and was not breathing for a while after she was struck, McCardell said. (Durango Herald)
Epinephrine with or without Vasopressin in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Jul 3, 2008
NEJM -- Vasopressin and Epinephrine vs. Epinephrine Alone in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ... Vasopressin and Epinephrine vs. Epinephrine Alone in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Kin cite officers' delay in their report on death Jul 2, 2008
Davis said officers realized Woodman was not breathing some time after 12:47 a.m., administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and called an ambulance. But Woodman's parents accuse police of not getting him prompt medical attention, saying that doctors at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center later told them he had suffered significant brain damage due to a lack of oxygen. (Boston Globe)
ESCONDIDO: Two residents killed by gunfire Saturday in unrelated incidents Jun 30, 2008
When police arrived, they found Aranda not breathing and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation, but to no effect, Benton said. Two teenage suspects in the shooting were in custody Saturday afternoon and more than one suspect was still at large, Benton said. (North County Times)
