Is resuscitation journal peer reviewed?
Resuscitation is a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal covering research on cardiac arrest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is an official journal of the European Resuscitation Council and is published by Elsevier. The editor-in-chief is Jerry Nolan (University of Southampton).
Is CPR considered resuscitation?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique that’s useful in many emergencies, such as a heart attack or near drowning, in which someone’s breathing or heartbeat has stopped. The American Heart Association recommends starting CPR with hard and fast chest compressions.
How do I contact a journal author?
The other option is to contact the editor of the journal where the article was published and request them to provide you the contact details of the author. Since you have a valid reason, they will surely give you the information.
How long should resuscitation be continued?
In 2000, the National Association of EMS Physicians released a statement that CPR should be performed for at least 20 minutes before ceasing resuscitation. More research has been done since then that suggests longer time performing CPR results in higher survival rates.
What is resuscitation device?
Some hospitals and EMS systems employ devices to provide mechanical chest compressions. A cardiac defibrillator provides an electrical shock to the heart via 2 electrodes placed on the patient’s torso and may restore the heart into a normal perfusing rhythm.
Who decides DNR?
A doctor decides in advance DNACPR is a medical treatment decision that can be made by your doctor even if you do not agree. You must be told that a DNACPR form will be/has been completed for you, but a doctor does not need your consent.
When should you contact a journal?
DO contact the Editor if you haven’t heard anything about your article for six months or so. A polite note is the best way to get an immediate response. DO contact the journal Editor if you want to referee articles.
How do I find an author’s contact information?
You can find publisher contact information in the front of the author’s book or on the publisher’s website. Visit the author’s website. An author usually posts a contact email address on his website. If you’re not sure if the author has a website, look up his name online to find out.
When should resuscitation efforts be terminated?
The Universal Termination of Resuscitation Guidelines suggest that resuscitation should be terminated if, after at least four 2-minute intervals of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, three criteria are met: 1) the arrest was not witnessed by emergency medical services (EMS); 2) there has been no return of spontaneous …