10 Questions
When can the providers/ responders immediately stop resuscitation efforts?
When a valid out-of-hospital Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) is presented or found
Who should the providers include in the ePCR for documentation?
Patient's personal physician
When should the decision to terminate efforts or transport be made?
In conjunction with law enforcement partners and OLMC
What should be included in the decision of whether to terminate efforts or transport?
Inability to secure the scene
What is an exception criteria for discontinuation of prehospital resuscitation?
Valid out-of-hospital DNR presented or found
What is the purpose of the standard for discontinuation of prehospital resuscitation?
To allow for the discontinuation of prehospital resuscitation after the delivery of adequate and appropriate > PL4 therapy.
Under what circumstances may unsuccessful CPR and other advanced life support interventions be discontinued prior to transport?
When the Discontinuation of Prehospital Resuscitation checklist is utilized.
What is one of the inclusion criteria for the application of this standard?
Successful management of the airway with verification of device placement.
When can the > PL5 provider contact OLMC for termination of Resuscitation (TOR)?
When a TOR from OLMC is requested within PL5.
What must be achieved before the > PL5 provider contacts OLMC for termination of Resuscitation (TOR)?
All inclusion criteria, including successful airway management and IV/IO access.
Test your knowledge of the standard for discontinuing prehospital resuscitation, including the criteria for discontinuation and the utilization of the Discontinuation of Prehospital Resuscitation checklist.
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