Life after cardiac arrest
Light at the end of the tunnel
Cardiac arrest survivorship
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Based around the testimony of a Cardiac Arrest survivor and their partner, this production examines the physiological impact of Cardiac Arrest survivorship both on those affected and their close family. The Cardiology team at the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, part of the Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, outline the techniques employed in the successful rehabilitation of cardiac arrest patients and examine the psychological impact of survivorship.
The production is targeted to help members of the public who’ve experienced Cardiac Arrest, either directly or indirectly, understand the treatment pathway and the likely consequences of suffering a Cardiac Arrest.
Life After Cardiac Arrest
The video contains information on the following areas of treatment and diagnosis:
- The immediate post-arrest treatment pathway
- Transfer to ICU (intensive care unit)
- Delirium associated with post resuscitation induced coma
- The physiological and psychological impact of suffering a cardiac arrest
- Transferring to a normal ward and recovery
- Beginning rehabilitation
- Going home and adapting to new circumstances
The production demonstrates the successful implementation of a post Cardiac Arrest treatment pathway from pre-hospital/emergency room treatment through to cardiology centre transfer and recovery care. This is an amazing insight into the NHS and the fantastic care that can now be provided by world-class health care providers.
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Next Steps
Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK
If you’ve been affected by a cardiac arrest you may be interested in joining the UK support group for survivors and their families.
Visit websiteLife After Cardiac Arrest Podcast
Hosted by survivor Paul Swindell — conversations with people whose lives have been affected by a cardiac arrest. Available on Spotify, iTunes, Tune In, iHeart Radio and more.
ListenLife After Cardiac Arrest Books
A set of volumes detailing life after cardiac arrest. Written by survivors, lifesavers and others involved — rated 5★.
Buy on AmazonSADS UK
The cardiac charity SADS UK aims to save lives, providing information, funding research and medical equipment to prevent premature sudden cardiac death.
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