The prevalence and magnitude of common CPR problems, their probable root causes, and strategies for the reduction or elimination of these problems

Development of an accessible CPR device to improve outcomes for Out-of-hospital Cardiac Arrest

“…Even if the skill is retained, another serious issue that arises from CPR performance is that during the actual administration of CPR, there is no method that allows bystanders or even EMS personnel to check whether the chest compressions have successfully been delivered following the guideline depths. Many fail to realize that the ability to compress the chest to guideline standards does not rely on strength, but rather, factors such as the stiffness of the victim's chest, the weight distribution of the rescuer, and the delivery of compressions (Trenkamp & Perez, 2016). Critical mistakes have been prevalent in emergency medical technicians (EMT) and paramedics, who are certified and frequently refreshed with CPR training.…”

“…Critical mistakes have been prevalent in emergency medical technicians (EMT) and paramedics, who are certified and frequently refreshed with CPR training. In one experiment that ISSN: 2167-1907 www.JSR.org tested the medical professionals in the effectiveness of their chest compressions, four out of five test subjects failed to perform successful CPR due to excessive rate, while five-eighths of the subjects applied excessive force on the sternum that would cause further damage to the patient (Trenkamp & Perez, 2016). In addition to the obvious need to educate and refresh the public about CPR, this difficulty demonstrates the need to aid the CPR performer in action, especially those who have little to no experience.…”

“…Compression rate is associated with ROSC at a cubic spline curve that peaks at a compression rate of 125 beats per minute: those receiving <75 delivered compressions per minute and/or frequent interruptions are less likely to achieve ROSC, though it also suggests a decline with compression rates >125 per minute (Nolan et al, 2012). Compression at a rate too fast and/or with too much residual weight on the victim's sternum does not allow for the victim's chest to properly recoil, and the root cause is an inability to self-regulate the rhythm in most EMTs and paramedics alike (Trenkamp & Perez, 2016).…”