Chapter 1 ALS perspectives Flashcards
1
Q
What is the leading cause of death in Australia?
A
Coronary heart disease
2
Q
What % of arrest are a shockable rhythm?
A
25%
3
Q
What are the rates of ROSC in those that are resuscitated?
A
25%
4
Q
What are the rates of survival to discharge from hospital?
A
8%
5
Q
If defibrillation is provided with 3-5 minutes of collapse, what are the survival rates?
A
50 - 70%
6
Q
For every minute of delayed defibrillation, what is the reduction in survival in % ?
A
10-12%