Understanding Cardiac Arrest and Emergency Response in England and Beyond

Understanding Cardiac Arrest and Emergency Response in England and Beyond

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will understand cardiac arrest statistics in England, learn CPR techniques, grasp the Chain of Survival, manage pediatric and maternal cardiac arrests, comprehend sepsis impact, handle choking, and understand DNACPR.

What do you already know about cardiac arrest and emergency response?

Cardiac Arrest: England vs Europe

Explore the annual cardiac arrest cases in England and compare survival rates with the rest of Europe.

Approaching Cardiac Arrest

Learn how to identify and confirm cardiac arrest, initiate CPR, and provide two ventilations.

The Chain of Survival

Understand the importance of early recognition, CPR, defibrillation, and advanced care in cardiac emergencies.

Managing Pediatric and Maternal Cardiac Arrest

Discover tailored approaches for handling cardiac arrest in children and pregnant women.

Understanding Sepsis

Learn about sepsis, its prevalence in England, and mortality rates associated with it.

Managing Adult Choking and Recovery Position

Learn techniques to manage choking and position an unconscious person safely.

DNACPR and Portsmouth Hospital University Trust

Understand DNACPR orders and their application at Portsmouth Hospital University Trust.

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