Publications by authors named "Peter J F Baskett"
Aim: The purpose of this study was to determine how long it takes rescuers to complete five cycles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) using a compression-ventilation (CV) ratio of 30:2.
Materials And Methods: Twenty subjects, who were all members of the medical service at a motor racing circuit and trained in basic life support (BLS), were instructed to provide five cycles of CPR with a CV ratio of 30:2 using a manikin (Little Anne Adult CPR Manikin, Laerdal, Stavanger, Norway). The time taken to deliver the first two breaths and to complete all five cycles was recorded.
Objective: This study was conducted to assess the varying attitudes in Europe towards ethical aspects of resuscitation in Europe.
Method: The ethics of resuscitation is a key discussion topic in the European Resuscitation Council Advanced Life Support (ALS) course. A questionnaire was sent to all leading ALS course directors in 20 European countries.