Definitive studies on pole-top resuscitation. Final report

Technical Report · Tue Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1983

OSTI ID:6520989

Gordon, A S; Ridolpho, P F; Cole, J E

This report summarizes the history of the application of cardiopulmonary resuscitation to the electric shock victim located at the top of a utility pole. This dramatic and urgent situation requires that rescue be attempted with procedures which are thoroughly understood and effective. Questions related to the use of resuscitation and precordial thump at the pole top were subjected to experimental testing, both in animals and in humans. Results of this study clearly demonstrate the advantages of postponing resuscitation until the victim has been lowered to the ground. The author concludes with seven recommendations for emergency treatment at the scene.

• Research Organization: Resucitation Research Lab., Camarillo, CA (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6520989
• Report Number(s): EPRI-EA-2895; ON: DE83901851
• Resource Relation: Other Information: Portions are illegible in microfiche products
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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