The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[Allie]

I had 2 full arrests last night. We worked the first one for 45 min, and the second for 30 min. My muscles are sore today and i was sweaty and tired from the compressions both times, so I think it should count as exercise.

[supermom]

Were you on compressions? That is hard work, I don't care what anyone says. Are you a nurse?

[supermom]

DUH---I see you were on compressions now that I read your post again. Yes, 75 minutes of compressions is tough. Especially if you are following the new AHA regulations. More compressions=more work. I would consider it a good cardio workout. It really gets your heart rate up!!

[Allie]

I am working as an EMT and just started nursing school.

They make it look so easy on TV!!

[Arklahoma]

Compressions definitely count, although, someone should have relieved you. It's pretty hard to keep up an accurate compression ratio and depth for a long period of time.

[Allie]

I agree. The fire fighters suck. They assume that since you are there, you will do all the work. Once the paeson is intubated you don't have to keep count, so I was concentrating on going at the same speed.

Allie

[Arklahoma]

Still very hard to do when fatigued. If you didn't ask for a switch, next time be certain to speak up. AHA BLS guidelines indicate the need for switching often, and it's in the patients best interest, as well.