What percentage of PBCFR cardiac arrest patients were discharged from the hospital alive?

The percentage of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) cardiac arrest patients who were discharged from the hospital alive being 12.2% is significant because it reflects the effectiveness of emergency medical services and hospital care in managing cardiac arrest cases. This figure emphasizes the importance of rapid response and CPR, as well as advancements in medical protocols and technologies used by firefighters and paramedics in the field. The number not only indicates a relatively high survival rate compared to some national averages, but it also underscores the impact of community training in CPR and the timely defibrillation that can be crucial in the moments following a cardiac event. Such data is critical for understanding outcomes and drives the ongoing improvements in training and resources for PBCFR and similar agencies.