Factors associated with sudden death of individuals requiring restraint for excited delirium
elec. inj.
By:
Stratton SJ, Rogers C, Brickett K, Gruzinski G
Published in: Am J Emerg Med 2001; 19 (3): 187-191
Patients
Endpoint
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unconsciousness
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neurological consequences (short-term, pain, headache, brain injury)
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death
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cardiovascular effects:
arrhythmia
Exposure
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touch current,
high voltage ≥ 1 kV AC
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electroshock weapon/TASER
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current entry and exit points:
not specified