Paediatric basic life support--an update.

S Simpson

PubMed · 8008598

Paediatric basic life support--an update.

Abstract

This paper highlights the need for health-care personnel to receive specific training in paediatric resuscitation. The aetiology of cardiopulmonary collapse in children, and the rationale behind the management of basic life support in this situation is outlined.

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