CPR Quality in Via Ferrata Rescues

This study investigates the quality of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) provided during via ferrata rescues, where challenging terrain pose unique challenges to lifesaving efforts. Via ferratas are popular adventure routes that often require swift emergency responses in cases of cardiac events or accidents. Our comprehensive case report scrutinizes CPR performance in these high-risk settings, examining critical factors such as compressions quality, rescue team coordination and safety. By shedding light on the effectiveness of CPR in via ferrata scenarios, this research aims to improve safety protocols and enhance the chances of survival for adventurers facing cardiac emergencies in remote and demanding environments.

Inclusion criteria

• professional provider of first aid (e. g. paramedic, fire fighter, physician)
• healthy provider (e. g. no active healthcare problem that can compromise the quality of CPR)

Exclusion criteria

• active health care problem (e. g. fever, cough, cold etc.)
• inability to provide safety on via ferrata