V Wenzel, S Russo, H R Arntz, J Bahr, M A Baubin, B W Böttiger, B Dirks, V Dörges, C Eich, M Fischer, B Wolcke, S Schwab, W G Voelckel, H W Gervais
The new CPR guidelines are based on a scientific consensus which was reached by 281 international experts. Chest compressions (100/min, 4-5 cm deep) should be performed in a ratio of 30:2 with ventilation (tidal volume 500 ml, Ti 1 s, FIO2 if possible 1.0). After a single defibrillation attempt (initially biphasic 150-200 J, monophasic 360 J, subsequently with the respective highest energy), chest compressions are initiated again immediately for 2 min. Endotracheal intubation is the gold standard; other airway devices may be employed as well depending on individual skills...
September 2006: Der Anaesthesist