Optimizing Pediatric Chest Compressions: A Randomized Crossover Simulation Trial of Over-the-Head vs. Lateral Techniques

Background/Objectives: Pediatric cardiac arrest poses considerable obstacles, with survival rates markedly inferior to those of adults. Effective chest compressions are essential for enhancing outcomes; nevertheless, the ideal rescuer attitude is still ambiguous. This study sought to compare the eff...

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Published in:	Pediatric Reports
Main Authors:	Malgorzata Kietlinska, Wojciech Wieczorek, Michal Pruc, Lukasz Szarpak, Grazyna Nowak-Starz, Wojciech Flieger, Burak Katipoglu, Monika Tomaszewska
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-04-01
Subjects:	pediatric cardiac arrest cardiopulmonary resuscitation chest compressions quality over-the-head technique lateral technique
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2036-7503/17/2/44