Assistência de enfermagem frente à parada cardiorrespiratória: um desafio permanente para o enfermeiro

Abstract

Objective: To show the importance of nursing care in front of the Cardiopulmonary Arrest (CRP), in addition, the main actions of nursing care to the patient victim of CRP. Methodology: This is a bibliographical review. Results: The studies carried out showed that the nurse, through his / her care provided, is an essential professional capable of diagnosing and attending a CRP, both in the decision making process to begin the care, as well as in medication care, role reporting Performing a good systematization of nursing care, as regards caring for family members and other professionals in the team. Conclusion: The nurse is of paramount importance in the face of a CRP, as a professional who is active in decision making and able to identify and perform the necessary procedures to increase patient survival.