Paediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation: Knowledge and perceptions of surf lifeguards.

Published in: Journal of paediatrics and child health (2018)

Surf lifeguards are less confident in paediatric CPR. The overall performance of observed and technical CPR skills, which were mostly ANZCOR guideline compliant, suggests that performance could be improved if paediatric-specific training is provided to supplement the adult-focused methods currently in use. The use of electronic feedback manikins is recommended to address the technical compression and ventilation issues identified in this study.

Keyphrases

cardiopulmonary resuscitation
cardiac arrest
intensive care unit
emergency department
healthcare
primary care
mechanical ventilation
young adults
virtual reality