Friday, July 29, 2011

Ask Dr KK: How long to wait before starting chest compression cardiac resuscitation?

Do not waste more than 10 seconds to check pulse or breathing before starting chest compression cardiac resuscitation [CCCR]. Even second’s delay matters. Therefore, CCCR should be started without delay.




About the author: Dr K K Aggarwal is Padmashri and Dr B C Roy National Awardee, President Heart Care Foundation of India, Dean Board of Medical Education Moolchand Medcity, Sr. Physician & Cardiologist, Visiting professor Clinical Research DIPSAR, Past President Delhi Medical Association, Past Academic and Research Wing Head IMA, Chairman Ethics Committee Delhi Medical Council.  

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