During a prolonged out-of-hospital cardiac arrest resuscitation, a team member reports that the patient appears to be grimacing and attempting purpose...

Question

During a prolonged out-of-hospital cardiac arrest resuscitation, a team member reports that the patient appears to be grimacing and attempting purposeful movements during chest compressions but becomes unresponsive when compressions are paused. The monitor shows no organised rhythm during pauses. What is this phenomenon called per RCUK 2025 guidelines?

Accepted Answer

CPR-induced consciousness

Answer

Spinal reflex activity

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Agonal breathing during cardiac arrest

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Return of spontaneous circulation with immediate re-arrest

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Myoclonus

uk-dipimc MCQ (SBA): CPR-Induced Consciousness