Resuscitation
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The association between intra-arrest and post-arrest hyperoxia and mortality in adults with cardiac arrest (CA) is widely debated. We therefore conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the association between intra-arrest and post-arrest hyperoxia and mortality in adults with CA. ⋯ In adults with CA, intra-arrest hyperoxia is associated with lower mortality while post-arrest hyperoxia is associated with higher mortality.
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The Train the Trainer (TTT) model is increasingly used in limited resource settings as a mechanism to disseminate resuscitation knowledge and skills among providers. Anecdotally, however, many resuscitation programs that use this model fail to achieve sustainability. ⋯ While the TTT model of programming for the dissemination of resuscitation education is promising, further research is necessary especially relating to sustainability and impact on patient outcomes. Familiarity with the local environment, language, culture, resources and economic realities prior to the initiation of programming is key to success.