In this episode of the EMS podcast, EMS Lieutenant Dusty King and Medical Director Apfelbaum break down a compelling pediatric cardiac arrest case from mid‑January. The discussion follows a high school athlete from Namibia who, during a school basketball event, suddenly collapsed in the stands. With bystanders initiating CPR and a school nurse alongside Parker PD swiftly applying an AED and delivering a shock, the early chain of survival was set in motion. Engine and Medic 46 arrived to take over compressions and transition care, emphasizing precise role assignment and the critical importance of minimizing off‑chest time. The episode also highlights best practices in high‑performance CPR, revealing that the young patient’s collapse was ultimately linked to an anomalous left main coronary takeoff—a rare congenital condition that was later corrected surgically. The case reinforces how coordinated on‑scene care can significantly improve outcomes in pediatric cardiac emergencies. It also features a review of the latest C.A.R.E.S. national cardiac arrest data alongside SMFR-specific insights, providing a data-driven look at how we can continue improving survival rates.

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