Choose life

Article Abstract:

Basic life support (BLS) aims to maintain adequate ventilation and circulation until staff are able to reverse the underlying cause of cardiac arrest. BLS is unlikely to successfully resuscitate a patient on its own. Resuscitation requires attention to the safety of both nurse and patient, responses should be checked, and the airway opened. If the patient is not breathing a defibrillator will be needed. Defibrillation is affected by paddle position, shock sequence and transthoracic impedance.

Practice, Life support systems (Critical care), Life support care

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A matter of life and death

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the legal implications of a patient's 'do not attempt resuscitation' order and the performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation following cardiac arrest. The procedure for issuing a 'do not attempt resuscitation' order is discussed.

Laws, regulations and rules, CPR (First aid), Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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Introduction to 12-lead electrocardiograms

Article Abstract:

A guide to the use of a 12-lead electrocardiogram is presented, with focus on its use as an important tool in the recognition of acute myocardial infarction.

Usage, Diagnosis, Heart attack, Observations, Electrocardiogram, Electrocardiography, Heart beat, Heart rate

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