Naloxone's Role in Cardiac Arrest: A Critical Examination

This chapter explores the pivotal role of naloxone in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest scenarios, especially those linked to opioid overdoses. It analyzes a specific study in California that investigates the impact of naloxone use on survival outcomes in patients experiencing cardiac arrest. The discussion also addresses the discrepancies in EMS protocols and examines various factors influencing the efficacy of naloxone in improving patient outcomes.