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Scientific paper| Volume 89, ISSUE 3, P593-599, March 1955

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Cardiac arrest

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0002-9610(55)90106-9
Cardiac arrest
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      Abstract

      • 1.
        1. Two cases of cardiac arrest are presented and the problems encountered are discussed.
      • 2.
        2. The various prophylactic measures are emphasized. Prophylaxis is the best means of meeting the over-all problem of cardiac arrest and if practiced conscientiously will unquestionably reduce the incidence to a minimum. The repeated doses of atropine to block as far as possible the trigger mechanism of a vagovagal reflex in an already sensitized heart is believed a worth while addition to the prophylactic regimen.
      • 3.
        3. The various resuscitative measures are outlined.
      • 4.
        4. Cardiac massage is a traumatic procedure as is noted by rupture of the right ventricle in Case I and a lesser degree of damage in Case II.
      • 5.
        5. A means of positive pressure oxygen, a knife and retractor are the only essential pieces of resuscitative equipment; however, a defibrillator and automatic pacemaker are worth while investments.
      • 6.
        6. The urgency of immediate massage is again emphasized.
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      DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/0002-9610(55)90106-9

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