Cardiac arrest in children is rare—but when it happens, immediate and correct CPR can save lives. While the principles of […]
Author: Doctor's Emergency Medical Services
Should You Start CPR on Someone Who Just Collapsed? A Quick Checklist
When someone suddenly collapses, hesitation can steal the precious seconds that keep blood flowing to the brain. Use this streamlined […]
Signs of Effective CPR: How Do You Know It’s Working?
When you’re performing CPR, every second counts—and so does every compression. But how do you know your efforts are actually […]
Can You Perform CPR Without a Pulse Check? Let’s Clear It Up
One of the most debated questions in emergency care—especially among new providers—is whether you should begin CPR without checking for […]
How to Identify When a Code Situation Is Developing
Code situations—whether they lead to a full Code Blue or are stopped just in time—rarely happen without warning. The key […]
When to Use an AED—and What Happens If You Don’t
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is one of the most critical tools in saving lives during sudden cardiac arrest. Yet […]
What It Feels Like to Perform CPR for the First Time
There’s a moment when everything you’ve practiced becomes real. The first time you perform CPR on an actual person isn’t […]
From Student to Responder: How ACLS Training Prepared Me for Reality
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) training is often seen as another checkbox for healthcare providers—but for many, it’s a life-changing […]
Debriefing After a Code: Why It’s Just as Important as the Code
When the Code Blue is over and the room goes quiet, the work isn’t truly done. Debriefing—taking time to reflect, […]
Stories from the Field: When CPR Saved a Life
CPR is more than a certification—it’s a skill that has the power to save lives in real-time. Healthcare providers, first […]
