Resuscitation April 2017 PMID 28161214

Consciousness induced during cardiopulmonary resuscitation: An observational study.

Alexander Olaussen, Ziad Nehme, Matthew Shepherd, Paul A Jennings, Stephen Bernard, Biswadev Mitra, Karen Smith

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Peak: 4 in Mar 2022

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The overall digital discussions reflect a keen interest in CPR-induced consciousness, with examples like the mention that it occurs in about 1% of resuscitations and is increasing, and debates about medication use and SOPs. The tone varies from clinical observations to considerations of how guidelines might need to adapt, highlighting an evolving understanding of CPRIC's significance in emergency medicine.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the relevance of CPRIC and interpret it as a noteworthy phenomenon, with some noting associations with outcomes, indicating general agreement with the importance of the study.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest, with many referencing specific details, such as the role of medications, SOPs, and the rising incidence of CPRIC, showing engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Commenters refer to clinical practices, SOPs, and suggestions for future guidelines, indicating meaningful conversations rather than superficial mentions.

ImpactModerate impact

Discussion of the phenomena's rise and implications for emergency medicine suggest the topic might influence clinical practice and future research directions, hence a moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

CPRIC, or consciousness during resuscitation, is a rare phenomenon that's been increasingly observed in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest cases, and its frequency grew from 0.3% in 2008 to 0.9% in 2014.
The study found that CPRIC was linked to a higher chance of survival to hospital discharge, especially in unwitnessed or bystander-witnessed cases, but not in EMS-witnessed cases.
Treatment with medications like midazolam, opiates, or muscle relaxants did not improve survival odds and might influence how CPRIC affects patient outcomes, indicating that more research is needed on how to best manage this phenomenon.

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Understanding Consciousness During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPRIC

Did you know that a person can regain consciousness during cardiac arrest? This rare phenomenon, called CPR-induced consciousness, poses unique clinical challenges. This video explores case reports, clinical…

Ta de Clinicagem · May 6, 2025 1,674 views

Understanding CPR-Induced Consciousness and Its Clinical Significance

More than a decade ago we were among the first to define and systematically research CPR-induced consciousness, a phenomenon where patients exhibit awareness during chest compressions. This episode explores what CPRIC…

Prehospital Nerds · Jul 29, 2025 177 views

江川悟史 | Satoshi Egawa, MD, PhD, FNCS

@Satoshi_Egawa · X

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation-induced consciousness (CPRIC)：心肺蘇生中に誘導される意識について

Nov 7, 2024 · 2 likes · 1,854 followers View post →

Wolfi

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Ryan Parry

@ryanparry01 · X

@HandtevyMD @WAAMBMEDIC @PBCFR https://t.co/IOu6we5L3N https://t.co/AkjJKOHq0D

Nov 15, 2023 · 1 like · 524 followers View post →

Kevin Henshall

@KAHenshall74 · X

@SharnaCollins3 https://t.co/tIIBJkm03Q https://t.co/kxmUFWpXXI I have a feeling Queensland Ambulance have an Sedation SOP in the event of

Dec 18, 2022 · 1 like · 345 followers View post →

norixtrail

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RT @jun0426: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation–induced consciousness（CPRIC）直訳すると「心肺蘇生誘発性意識回復」胸骨圧迫の間だけ、心肺停止傷病者の意識が戻ることがあります。私も一度経験があります。 ht…

Mar 12, 2022 · 4 shares · 931 followers View post →

たふでぃ

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ブレイブハートNAGOYA

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jun0426

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Jordan Pring

@jordanpring · X

RT @AlexOlaussen: Most healthcare practitioners have witnessed it https://t.co/AOGtDkYHUK And it happens in about 1% of resuses, and is on…

Dec 21, 2021 · 2 shares · 421 followers View post →

James Pearce

@James_W_Pearce · X

RT @AlexOlaussen: Most healthcare practitioners have witnessed it https://t.co/AOGtDkYHUK And it happens in about 1% of resuses, and is on…

Dec 21, 2021 · 2 shares · 542 followers View post →

Dr. Alexander Olaussen

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Dec 21, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 882 followers View post →