Cardiac arrest, regardless of its aetiology, requires immediate intervention, involving rapid recognition, emergency request for assistance, and high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), with minimal interruptions. Effective management involves the prompt identification and treatment of reversible causes, often summarised in the mnemonic ‘4Hs and 4Ts’. However, standard life support protocols are not universally applicable, as special circumstances need modifications to these guidelines.

The public comment period for the Draft Guidelines chapters is open until May 30, 2025, and we look forward to your valued contribution.

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