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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation with Dr. Tarif Choudhury, Part 2

Dec 11, 2023
Dr. Tarif Choudhury, pediatric cardiac intensivist at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, discusses topics such as optimizing CPR, monitoring patients during CPR, controversies of using epinephrine, bike-carb, and ultrasound in cardiac arrest.
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  • Monitoring diastolic blood pressure, end-tidal CO2 levels, and pulse ox waveform during CPR can provide valuable information for managing the patient.
  • Understanding lesion-specific considerations and alternatives to epinephrine is important for optimizing outcomes in pediatric cardiac arrest.

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Monitoring indicators during CPR

During CPR, specific tracings and numbers on the monitor are crucial for determining the effectiveness of interventions. These include diastolic blood pressure, end-tidal CO2 levels, and the pulse ox waveform. Diastolic blood pressure above 25-30 is associated with more favorable outcomes. An end-tidal CO2 greater than 20 is desirable, indicating good ventilation. Monitoring these indicators can provide valuable information to guide the management of the patient during CPR.

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