Resuscitation Guidelines 2015
The Resuscitation 2015 guidelines contain detailed information about basic and advanced life support for adults, paediatrics and the newborn. Also included are guidelines for the use of Automated External Defibrillators and other related topics. The Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines have been adapted from the 2015 ERC Guidelines and are tailored specifically to clinical practice in the UK. From UK Resuscitation Council Guidelines There are three key changes: 1. ‘Shouting for help’ is no longer a step to be taught on it s own. The guidelines now state that the first aider should ‘ask someone to call 999/112’ after checking for normal breathing. 2. When calling 999/112, activate speaker function on phone to communicate with dispatcher. 3. Emphasis on seizure like episodes should not be confused [More…]