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8 years ago

Lifesaving CPR Guidelines Updated, Empowering Bystanders to Rescue Cardiac Arrest Victims

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European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2000 for Adult Basic Life Support
Anthony J. Handley, Koenraad G. Monsieurs, Leo Bossaert

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The European Resuscitation Council updated their guidelines for Basic Life Support in 2000 based on new scientific evidence. The changes were recommended by the Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillation Working Group after evaluating the latest research on resuscitation. The goal was to improve the effectiveness of life-saving techniques for adults in emergency situations.