Cardiac Arrest

ALS algorithm

First 30 seconds

  1. 1Confirm arrest
  2. 2Call arrest team, CPR 30:2
  3. 3Pads ASAP
  4. 4Assess rhythm

Cessation of effective cardiac output.

A

Airway

  • BVM, supraglottic, ETT
B

Breathing

  • 10 breaths/min once advanced airway in
C

Circulation

  • Compressions 100–120/min, depth 5–6 cm
D

Disability

  • Glucose post-ROSC
E

Exposure

  • 4 Hs + 4 Ts
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WardRound

WardRound

Clinical Decisions in Seconds