Cardiol J
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
The effect of chest compression frequency on the quality of resuscitation by lifeguards. A prospective randomized crossover multicenter simulation trial.
The ability to perform high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation is one of the basic skills for lifeguards. The aim of the study was to assess the influence of chest compression frequency on the quality of the parameters of chest compressions performed by lifeguards. ⋯ The rate of 100-120 CPM, as recommended by international guidelines, is the optimal chest compression rate for cardiopulmonary resuscitation performed by lifeguards. A rate above 120 CPM was associated with a dramatic decrease in chest compression depth and overall chest compression quality. The role of full chest recoil should be emphasized in basic life support training.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Comparison of two infant chest compression techniques during simulated newborn cardiopulmonary resuscitation performed by a single rescuer: A randomized, crossover multicenter trial.
In newborns, ventilation is a key resuscitation element but optimal chest compression (CC) improves resuscitation quality. The study compared two infant CC techniques during simulated newborn resuscitation performed by nurses. ⋯ The NTTT technique proved superior to TFT. Evidence suggests that NTTT offers better CC depth in various medical personnel groups. One-rescuer TFT quality is not consistent with resuscitation guidelines.