• Hard surface over mattress for CPR - better for the patient and the responder

    Hard surface over mattress for CPR - better for the patient and the responder

    Posted by Emily Oliver on 2024-12-20


High-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is critical for improving survival outcomes in cardiac arrest patients. However, the compliance of surfaces like hospital mattresses and household beds may compromise CPR effectiveness by reducing compression depth and increasing rescuer fatigue. This randomized study from West Texas USA took a closer look at the implications for both patient and rescuer https://firstaidjournal.org/article/id/2746/

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