The American journal of emergency medicine
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparison of chest compression interruption times across 2 automated devices: a randomized, crossover simulation study.
The goal of this study was to compare chest compression interruption times required to apply, adjust, and remove 2 different automated chest compression (ACC) devices using the same evaluation protocol. ⋯ The results of this study trended in favor of AutoPulse. However, the interruption in chest compression to apply either device to the patient was notably longer than the maximum interruption time recommended by the American Heart Association.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Utility of gum-elastic bougie for tracheal intubation during chest compressions in a manikin: a randomized crossover trial.
The utility of the gum-elastic bougie (GEB) as an assistive device for tracheal intubation during chest compressions has not been sufficiently validated. This study aimed to compare the utility of the GEB during chest compressions on an adult manikin. ⋯ These findings suggest that the GEB facilitates tracheal intubation during chest compressions performed by novice physicians in adult simulations.