The Rhythm of Rescue: A CPR History and Memoir

The Rhythm of Rescue: A CPR History and Memoir brings the lifesaving science of cardiopulmonary resuscitation to life through history, education, and deeply human experiences. Author Monica Stephens, RN, interviewed countless CPR instructors, industry leaders, sudden cardiac arrest survivors, and their loved ones to weave together this unprecedented, layered, richly detailed exploration of CPR and emergency response. Monica combined her medical education with her gift for storytelling to guide readers through the evolution of CPR—from the earliest attempts at resuscitation to today’s collaborative global organizations advancing emergency response and cardiac care. Along the way, the histories of resuscitation and defibrillation intertwine with firsthand accounts from survivors, rescuers, educators, and families forever changed by sudden cardiac arrest. In her book, Monica also highlights some of the best-known people, companies, and products in the industry, including MCR Medical, PRESTAN, and GoRescue.