Indian pediatrics
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During the past decade, guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation have focused on the importance of high quality CPR. The purpose is to temporarily maintain a circulation to vital organs until specialized treatment is available. ⋯ A fifth component to the pediatric chain of survival has been added with emphasis on integrated post cardiac arrest care. With mounting scientific evidences, American Heart Association published new Pediatric Advanced life support 2010 guidelines in accordance with the established five yearly cycle of guideline changes.