In-Hospital Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Oct 22, 2009
Volume 361:1708-1709. 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)
Kennesaw offers CPR classes Oct 21, 2009
The American Heart Association course teaches the basics of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Participants who complete the course will receive a national certification card. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
No excuses, all pools must be fenced Oct 21, 2009
He encouraged all parents and carers to learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and ensure their child learnt to swim, or were at least familiar with water. Ms Perry said compulsory CPR training for parents and carers, pool inspections and annual compliance certificates, proposed during the review process, were dismissed because of the high cost to home owners. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Legislature debates animal control laws Oct 20, 2009
Other provisions require that kayak instructors receive certification as an instructor from the American Canoe Association or American Red Cross and also take first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Supporters said that present law is too loose and does not sufficiently regulate kayaks. (Needham Tab, MA)
Red Cross class helps prepare for pet emergencies Oct 18, 2009
The Hawaii Red Cross not only gives classes on first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation for people, but for dogs and cats too. Most people are not prepared for a pet emergency. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Senate rejects new dog fee system Oct 17, 2009
(A Yes" vote is for the amendment. A "No" vote is against the amendment). Sen. Anthony Galluccio No Sen. Anthony Petruccelli No Sen. Steven Tolman No RULES FOR KAYAKING (S 974) Senate 29-4, gave near final approval to and sent to the House a bill that would require any person aboard a kayak to wear a Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD). The measure also gives the state's Department of Fisheries and Wildlife the power to mandate that other safety equipment be aboard. Other... (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
18-month-old baby drowns Oct 16, 2009
"Armed reaction officers first at the scene pulled the child from the water and started cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)......Netcare medics arrived and then attempted to resuscitate the child for over an hour before he was declared dead," said Wicks. It was not known if the child was supervised at the time. (iAfrica.com)
Support helps family through heart issues Oct 9, 2009
Everett said funds would be spread throughout AHA, to include providing continuing cardiology education for doctors, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and funding for research. The Mitchells said their son was chosen to represent the walk because heart disease affects everyone, not just senior citizens but children with congenital heart defects like Jack. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Man drowns off of Kahala Oct 8, 2009
Paramedics and firefighters responded to a 3:38 p.m. call and found bystanders preforming cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the man at Hunakai Beach, Cheplic said. The bystanders apparently retrieved the man from nearshore waters, Cheplic said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dr. Jeff Hersh: You should always think ahead Oct 7, 2009
Do they want to have cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), defibrillation (electric shocks to reset the heart's electrical system), artificial breathing via a tube and machine, or what. Of course, it is not possible to know for sure what situations may occur or to specify your wishes for every possible contingency. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Workplace Wellness Seems to Really Work Oct 2, 2009
Cardiovascular disease education, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) training. Work environment changes that encourage healthy behaviors and promote occupational health and safety. (MEDLINEplus)
Man Crushed To Death At Miramar Landfill ID'd Oct 1, 2009
The workers performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation until paramedics arrived and took over the unsuccessful lifesaving attempt. Gaspar was declared dead at the scene at 11:27 a.m., the Medical Examiner's Office reported. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Fire Officials Alert Public About High Number Of Drowning Deaths Oct 1, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Posted: 4:00 pm MDT September 30, 2009Updated: 6:25 pm MDT September 30, 2009. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Minimal training improves ventilation skills Sep 23, 2009
Providing a secured airway is of paramount importance in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Although intubating the trachea is yet seen as gold standard, this technique is still reserved to experienced healthcare professionals. (BioMed Central)
Minimal Training Saves Lives With Airway Mask, Study Finds Sep 23, 2009
Whether it's a sudden heart attack or roadside accident, even minimal training can make a big difference when a rescuer tries to insert a breathing tube into someone needing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). LMAs are used to keep a patient's windpipe open and secure during life-saving CPR or mouth-to-mouth, and are far easier to insert than the intubation performed in hospitals by medical professionals. (Science Daily)
Licensed Chemical Sellers Receive Training Life Support Sep 20, 2009
The topics treated included the Introduction to Basic Life Support; Chain of Survival Sequence of Events; Rescue Breaths; Recovery Positions and Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Sequence, among others. The Manager of Pharmacy Council in-charge of the three Northern Regions, Mr Michael Kudebong, said basic life support is necessary when a person becomes unconscious. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Officer Dummy 'patrols' for speeding drivers in Portsmouth Sep 18, 2009
" the chief joked. Dubbed "Officer Dummy," the mannequin is a recycled cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training device, formerly known as "Anatomical Annie," explained Capt. Mike Schwartz. "After many years of use and lots of chest thrusts, she's born again. "Officer Dummy is a legless and armless blonde, now dressed in an old Portsmouth Police Department shirt, a recycled animal control officer badge and a used police cap. Still seated behind the wheel at the Woodbury Avenue post on... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
During CPR, More Chest Compressions Save More Lives Sep 17, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - If you're uncomfortable giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, you may actually do a better job of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if you do less mouth-to-mouth, according to a new study: The odds that someone whose heart has stopped beating goes up markedly when rescuers doing spend more time giving chest compressions, research released this week indicates. CPR consists of chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, and is performed on people whose hearts... (MEDLINEplus)
Teaching workplace safety Sep 17, 2009
A As a paramedic, I had a lot of interest in resuscitating patients and it was always disheartening to get into a workplace and find patients who were in sudden cardiac arrest and they hadn t received CPR [Cardiopulmonary resuscitation] yet or someone tried CPR, but they hadn t activated the automated external defibrillator, or AED [an electronic device that automatically diagnoses life-threatening cardiac conditions. I saw a lot of room for improvement there and when I lost my own father from... (Acton Beacon, MA)
Drowning victim off Waianae is identified as Arizona man Sep 17, 2009
His companions got him into a boat and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation ... His companions got him into a boat and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Blacks Fare Worse After Cardiac Arrest Sep 17, 2009
For the study, Chan and colleagues used data from the National Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation to look at differences in survival among patients with in-hospital cardiac arrest. They collected information on 10,011 patients, about 19 percent of whom were black, from 274 hospitals. (MEDLINEplus)
Black patients experience worse cardiac care, lower survival rates Sep 16, 2009
The data on racial differences in care was gleaned from a national registry of in-hospital resuscitation events gathered by the American Heart Association's National Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, a registry the U-M Medical Center participates in for quality improvement ... American Heart Association National Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. (EurekAlert!)
Free Spanish-Language Online Video Teaches Hands-Only(TM) CPR Sep 15, 2009
15), the American Heart Association encourages you to learn to save the life of a loved one or someone in your community: Get instructions on administering Hands-Only CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) via a free, Spanish-language online video. The video, recently created by the American Heart Association, is available in English and Spanish and is located at. (PR Newswire)
- Autopsy set for Centinela State Prison inmate 0 Sep 15, 2009
The officer immediately performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on Ledesma until he was relieved by medical staff. Ledesma, who is listed by prison officials as a Riverside County resident, was pronounced dead at 9:37 p.m. in the emergency room of El Centro Regional Medical Center, Dubbe said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Infant pulled from water in critical condition Sep 14, 2009
Paramedics responded to the call shortly after 3 p.m. Bystanders were performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the boy when paramedics arrived, Cheplic said. The boy was taken to a local area hospital. (Honolulu Advertiser)
• To do for you Sep 14, 2009
Infant safety and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, in the lobby of St. Luke's downtown campus, 660 Shoshone St. E. in Twin Falls ... Heartsaver first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automatic external defibrillators class, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, in the Sage Room at St. Luke's Education Center, 588 Addison Ave. W. in Twin Falls. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Man dies after scuba diving off Waianae Sep 12, 2009
His companions were able to get him into the boat and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation ... His companions were able to get him into the boat and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Police and Fire Sep 8, 2009
At about 3 p.m. bystanders pulled the boy, who was younger than 5, out of a Kilani Street swimming pool and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on him, said Honolulu Emergency Services Department spokesman Bryan Cheplic ... At about 3 p.m. bystanders pulled the boy, who was younger than 5, out of a Kilani Street swimming pool and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on him, said Honolulu Emergency Services Department spokesman Bryan Cheplic. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
- Autopsy pending on Calipatria welder who was electrocuted 0 Sep 5, 2009
The first responders at the scene tried reviving him through cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including Calipatria firefighters who went to school with Cardenas and would often see him around town, Llanas said. It was really hard on them, Llanas said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
More of this story Sep 4, 2009
The daughter of Kapa a residents Carol and Bobby Texeira said she heard Wood scream out in the water, helped pull her to shore and started cardiopulmonary resuscitation with the help of an unidentified man. Texeira, home on vacation, is a police officer with the New Mexico State University Police Department. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Advance Health Care Directives and Living Wills: A step-by-step guide Sep 4, 2009
Types of life-sustaining treatment he would and would not want, such as artificial nutrition and hydration, surgical procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) -- and under what conditions. Instructions about other medical procedures that may arise given the person's medical history. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Interpersonal Animosity and Your Role as a Ghanaian! Sep 2, 2009
As I mentioned recently, who among us, if we suddenly faced a life-and-death situation at, say, a funerary event and were required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on another Ghanaian, would be fiendish or sadistic enough to ask of the ethnic origins of the dying person before springing into action. Please, think about the preceding statement for a few minutes. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Polish tourist drowns on Kauai Aug 29, 2009
Hanalei firefighters performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the man until medics arrived. The man was taken to Wilcox Hospital where he was pronounced dead. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Public safety aid in HCC hands Aug 28, 2009
A custom plan is made for the individual company s fire, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid requirements. There are no full-time instructors but they are more than 30 instructors on a part-time basis in different specialization s and topics. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
His final hours Aug 27, 2009
He started cardiopulmonary resuscitation, but it didn't work. Jackson was rushed to the hospital and pronounced dead later that afternoon. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Propofol overdose likely cause of Michael Jackson's sudden death Aug 26, 2009
He performed Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and one of Jackson's aide called 911, but to no avail. Jackson was pronounced dead later after he was rushed to the Medical Center of University of California, Los Angeles. (Xinhuanet, China)
Firefighters from sister cities train together Aug 25, 2009
Just a few months ago, the Sierra Vista Fire Department offered the volunteer firefighters from Mexico a course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Recently, the Cananea Fire Department got the main tool used for extraction in severe auto accidents. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Jackson's death rule a homicide Aug 25, 2009
Mr. Williams called Mr. Jackson's security detail while Dr. Murray asked the singer's chef to send up his eldest son, Prince Jackson, as he continued to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Dr. Murray waited about 82 minutes before anyone called paramedics to the home, the court documents said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
It's Back to Basics to Save a Life Aug 25, 2009
But studies now show that none of those advanced techniques saves lives as well as ordinary cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR. And what's more, those studies have also found that a truncated version of CPR that tosses out mouth-to-mouth in favor of simple and sustained chest compressions increases survival rates dramatically. "It's been shown to work, while these other things have not been shown to improve survival," said Dr. Alex Garza, an associate professor of emergency medicine at the... (MEDLINEplus)
Cambridge’s Sergeant Crowley cleared in 8 citizen complaints Aug 20, 2009
The file also included a life-saving award that Crowley, a certified emergency medical technician, received for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a woman struck by a car in 2003, as well as letters from other law enforcement agencies in recent years praising him. Haas, who announced on July 23 that an independent panel will review the confrontation between Crowley and Gates, declined to release investigative records concerning the incident. (Boston Globe)
Former South Korean Leader Kim Dae-jung Dies Aug 19, 2009
Staff at Yonsei Severance Hospital that has treated him since July 13, when he was admitted for pneumonia, did not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation to revive him. "We chose to let the deceased go in peace," Yonsei hospital chief Park Chang-il told a news conference. (Newsmax)
Delays In Defibrillation Not Explained By Traditional Hospital Factors Aug 19, 2009
and colleagues analyzed records from 7,479 adult inpatients with cardiac arrest (average age 67 years) at 200 hospitals included in the National Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (NRCPR) ... "In this issue of the Archives, Chan et al extend their prior work by demonstrating wide variation in the frequency of delayed hospital defibrillation among 200 hospitals participating in the National Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (NRCPR)," they continue ... Paul S. Chan; Graham Nichol;... (Science Daily)
Girl apparently drowns in church pool Aug 16, 2009
Bystanders and arriving firefighters performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the girl until paramedics took her to Hawaii Medical Center West, Kealoha said ... Bystanders and arriving firefighters performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the girl until paramedics took her to Hawaii Medical Center West, Kealoha said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Cardiac Arrest Resuscitation: Passive Oxygen Flow Better Than Assisted Ventilation Aug 16, 2009
The Sarver Heart Center's Resuscitation Research Group developed a modified protocol for treating out-of-hospital cardiac arrest called Cardiocerebral Resuscitation, as opposed to Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, which should be reserved for respiratory arrest (such as near-drowning or drug overdose). Under the new concept, first tested in Wisconsin, EMS personnel no longer intubated the patient for ventilation. (Science Daily)
New Bedford man held in double killing Aug 16, 2009
Neighbors said they tried to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the two victims, who were found lying next to each other. Both were rushed to St. Luke s Hospital and pronounced dead shortly after arriving. (Boston Globe)
Butte man drowns at Alberton Gorge (36) Aug 12, 2009
Bystanders were rendering medical aid and giving cardiopulmonary resuscitation to the victim, who was apparently a member of a private four-boat trip. Several individuals in Johnston's group had extensive experience in water rescue and emergency medical response and sprung into action, he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Butte man drowns while kayaking in Alberton Gorge (2743) Aug 12, 2009
A group of experienced floaters worked to resuscitate the man using cardiopulmonary resuscitation, but were unable to revive him. Markovich's family told law enforcement they were grateful to those boaters who attempted to save Markovich. (Montana Standard, MT)
Man dies following watercraft accident Aug 10, 2009
A Hamilton County sheriff s deputy and a state environmental official responded and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation without success. Rahrle was pronounced dead by Hamilton County Coroner Ronald Ste-Marie. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Man dead in apparent drowning in Kauai pool Aug 10, 2009
Hotel security and arriving firefighters performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the man ... Hotel security and arriving firefighters performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the man. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Man's death raises concern about Hilton's 5-acre lagoon Aug 9, 2009
A bystander administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and a security guard arrived a few minutes later and continued CPR until paramedics took Stock to the hospital ... " Hilton declined to answer Star-Bulletin questions yesterday about the July 30 accident. On that day at about 11:30 a.m., Texas visitor Scott King was celebrating his birthday with his family at the busy lagoon when he heard a girl scream after spotting a man unconscious underwater near a buoy. Another man was "trying to hold... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Driver Ejected, Killed In Rollover Accident Aug 8, 2009
Bystanders performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on Colgan, but he was pronounced dead at the scene, the Medical Examiner's Office reported. Colgan lived in Imperial Beach and is survived by his wife and son. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Cooling Therapy For Cardiac Arrest Survivors Is As Cost-effective As Accepted Treatments Aug 7, 2009
Despite repeating this recommendation in the 2005 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care, along with other studies that show its benefits, therapeutic hypothermia hasn t been adopted as quickly as one would hope. We thought it would be a good idea to determine whether cost should be a barrier to its use. (Science Daily)
Imperial County man thanks Naval Air Facility El Centro fire department for saving his life Aug 7, 2009
Martin, Firefighter Ricky Garcia and Federal Patrolman Gary Heine approached Rodriguez, checked for a pulse and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation when they found no vital signs, Martin said. Firefighter Andrew Loper then came to the scene with a defibrillator, a device that would save Rodriguez s life. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Man Who Died While Climbing Cowles Mtn. Identified Aug 7, 2009
One of the hikers who found Mathias performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation until a city helicopter crew arrived over the area and lowered a medic to the ground so he could take over the revival efforts, San Diego fire-rescue spokesman Maurice Luque said. Mathias was pronounced dead at the scene about 4 p.m., Luque said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Neurologic Prognosis after Cardiac Arrest Aug 6, 2009
A bystander finds him unconscious and without a pulse and initiates cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while an ambulance is summoned. On arrival in the emergency room, the patient is in ventricular fibrillation; the partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood is 200 mm Hg, the pH is 7. (New England Journal of Medicine)
State Regulation of Massage Therapy Will Improve Public Health, Safety Aug 6, 2009
The education must include training about HIV and related risks, along with cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques. The act also requires applicants to pass a national examination. (PR Newswire)
Should Your Kid Learn CPR? Aug 4, 2009
Children as young as 9 can learn and retain the basics of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, even though their physical strength may pose limits on their effectiveness, researchers found. A study showed 86 percent of children ages 9 to 18 can perform CPR correctly, although it will not be effective until they reach an adult weight. (ABC News)
Ex-Asian swimming champion dies of heart attack Aug 4, 2009
He was rushed to Haenam General Hospital and given cardiopulmonary resuscitation but was declared dead at 12:45 p.m., according to the officials. Cho clinched four gold medals in the 400 meters and 1,500m freestyle events at the 1970 and 1974 Asian Games. (Xinhuanet, China)
Little Lifesavers: Kids Capable Of CPR Aug 4, 2009
27, 2007) Thirteen year olds can perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as well as adults, finds a new study ... (June 1, 2007) New findings show that the majority of people untrained in how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and even many trained emergency personnel, do not push with enough force to properly ... 2, 2008) Chest compressions alone, or Hands-Only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, can save lives and can be used to help an adult who suddenly collapses, according to a new... (Science Daily)
- EL CENTRO: Singers sought for concert 0 Aug 1, 2009
PHOTO COURTESY OF EMBER HALLER City of Imperial junior lifeguards and lifeguard instructor Joannie Holder end a camp week of learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid and lifeguard skills at the Imperial pool. More Our Towns. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Study: 9-year-olds can learn to perform CPR Aug 1, 2009
Children as young as 9 years old can and should learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Austrian researchers say. In a study of 147 students who received six hours of life-support training, 86 percent of the children performed CPR correctly at a follow-up session four months after the training, according to the report published online in the journal Critical Care. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Put Defibrillators in High-Traffic Spots, Studies Urge Jul 31, 2009
In cardiac arrest, the heart doesn't function, and without immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation from someone, brain damage or death can occur in just four to six minutes. AEDs send an electric shock to the heart and allow it to return to a normal rhythm. (MEDLINEplus)
Proper Placement Of Defibrillators Key To Effective Use Jul 30, 2009
Without immediate bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), brain death and permanent death start to occur in just four to six minutes after someone experiences cardiac arrest ... 6, 2007) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation combined with bystander use of an automated external defibrillator more than doubled the chances of surviving out-of-hospital cardiac arrest compared with using CPR. (Science Daily)
Amy 'was dying in my arms' Jul 29, 2009
" Blake eventually "came to his senses" and started CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), reviving the dying star. He revealed: "I was panicking but I somehow managed to open her mouth and breathe air down her throat. At first nothing happened then she spluttered and I saw her chest rise. (iAfrica.com)
Site scoured in Bisbee Jul 28, 2009
An unidentified nurse and onlookers tried to save Andrea Sartain s life with a tourniquet and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Bisbee emergency medical technician Tom Vandriel said. Lifesaving efforts continued as she was taken to Copper Queen Community Hospital. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
