Anesthesia & Clinical Research
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Matthew Douma

Publications

• Review Article
  Improving Chest Compressions Following Cardiac Arrest: Pushing Ahead
  Author(s): Nizar Hassan, Steven C Brooks, Martin Beed, Daniel W Howes, Matthew Douma and Peter G BrindleyNizar Hassan, Steven C Brooks, Martin Beed, Daniel W Howes, Matthew Douma and Peter G Brindley
  
  In Canada there are in excess of 40,000 annual cardiac arrests. Unfortunately, survival remains low following both out-of-hospital and in-hospital cardiac arrest, and many premature deaths are believed to be preventable. Studies have shown that high-quality chest compressions are key to survival, and the American Heart Association has summarized the need for: 1) adequate compression depth 2) adequate compression rate 3) avoiding leaning 4) minimizing interruptions 5) and minimizing chest rise. However, both laypersons and professionals are failing to reliably achieve these recommendations. Several devices (which provide real-time visual and audio feedback) have been developed with the goal of improving performance. Voice advisory manikins and motion capture technology utilize accelerometer technology and infrared sensors. Portable devices- including the CPREzyTM, PocketCPRTM, and CPRm.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6148.1000390

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