Resuscitation Reality Check: The Meds That Actually Matter in Cardiac Arrest

Cardiac arrest care has no room for myth, momentum, or misplaced meds. This session takes a hard, evidence-based look at the pharmacologic interventions that truly make a difference when the heart stops. This isn’t a review of ACLS algorithms—it’s a deep dive into what the data actually show about epinephrine, antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, calcium, bicarbonate, and emerging agents in both prehospital and hospital settings. Through fast-paced analysis, case-based discussion, and honest critical appraisal, we’ll separate what improves outcomes from what simply prolongs the inevitable. Expect challenging questions, practical insights, and the latest evidence translated into actionable, field-ready takeaways for paramedics, physicians, and critical care teams. Whether you’re leading a resuscitation in the street or the ICU, this session will change the way you think about your drug box—and give you the confidence to use (or skip) medications that actually move the needle on survival and neurologic recovery.