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Learn how to define the cardiac arrest survival rate in the host community.
Understand the principles of the Utstein template and how to report data.
Develop a concrete plan of action to improve survival.
Measure the effect of the plan of action on cardiac arrest survival.
Every Minute Counts is an initiative by Ohio Emergency Medical Services and the Ohio Department of Public Safety to encourage Ohioans to provide bystander care when someone is suffering a life-threatening medical emergency. Learning a few simple skills can be the key to saving a life.
Every Year abut 350,000 Americans suffer a sudden cardiac arrest - 90% of them die
It often takes 2 minutes before anyone calls 911
It may take 8 minutes for first responders to arrive, and up to 30 minutes in
rural area.