Prevention and Preparedness Guidelines

Guideline Code

RECOVER Code(s)

Issue

Guideline

Class
(Def)

Level
(Def)

Comments

G-PRE-01

PRE01

Crash cart

Standardization and regular audit of the location, storage and content of resuscitation equipment is recommended.

I

A

Click

G-PRE-02 PRE01 Cognitive aids Immediate availability of cognitive aids describing the standard CPR algorithms (e.g., display of algorithm and dosing charts, carrying procedural CPR checklists) is recommended. I B Click
G-PRE-03 PRE02 Anesthesia-related arrests The evidence supports that in anesthetized patients with CPA, prompt CPR should be attempted considering that these patients have a better prognosis for survival (47%) and discharge from a hospital than the overall CPR survival rate (4 - 9.6%). I B Click
G-PRE-04 PRE03
PRE07
CPR training CPR training should include both didactic components to teach cognitive skills and high-fidelity simulation technologies that provide immediate feedback to teach psychomotor skills. I A Click
G-PRE-05 PRE03
PRE07
  Regardless of initial training technology, refresher training every 6 months is recommended due to decay of skills. I A Click
G-PRE-06 PRE10   Structured assessment after CPR training is recommended. I A Click
G-PRE-07 PRE04
PRE05
Leadership Veterinarians or technicians may be considered as leaders of a CPR team. IIb B Click
G-PRE-08 PRE04
PRE05
  Specific leadership training is recommended for individuals who may need to lead in a CPA situation.     Click
G-PRE-09 PRE09 Debriefing Debriefing after a resuscitation effort to review and critique the procedure is recommended. I A Click