Cardiopulmonary resuscitation in coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 patients in supine and prone positions

Abstract

During this Pandemic it has been reported that 5% of cases require an intensive Care Unit. Certain patients who present hypoxemia, acidosis, electrolyte disorders or adverse effects of drugs such as hydroxychloroquine, may end up in Cardiac Arrest. in these patients, it is recommended to provide high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation with all biosecurity measures. What should be done in the event of sudden cardiac arrest? The ethical obligation of health personnel is to resuscitate, but with the responsibility of personal protection, that is, with the precept of the rescuer’s safety first. The purpose of this article is to review the protocol on the behavior recommended in the care of patients suffering from cardiac arrest in an environment with a COviD pandemic 19, such as that experienced by the world community today. For care and management protocol, AHA, UK and iLCOR guidelines, as well as publications on prone cardiopulmonary resuscitation, will be considered.