Want to improve your chances of success in the resus room? Download a metronome app on your smartphone and set it to a rate of 100-120 beats per minute. There are a number of cheap (usually free) metronome applications for both iOS and Android devices.
A recent review looked at the evidence behind CPR feedback devices and found:
Compared to baseline, chest compression rates and end-tidal CO2 improved after activation of the metronomes.
There was a significant improvement in the hands-off time per minute during CPR
The proportion of intubation attempts taking under 20 seconds improved
There were Increased survival rates when implemented in the pre-hospital setting
So instead of going to iTunes and downloading the Bee Gees, go over to the App store and download a free metronome. Your resus team will be able to stay on track with their compressions and even better - they won't have to hear you sing!
