State-wide situation analysis of availability of basic resuscitation devices and essential drugs in primary and secondary healthcare facilities in Cross River State, Nigeria.

devices and essential drugs required for provision of resuscitation are lacking in most health facilities in Cross River State. This situation significantly limits the health system's capacity to save lives, especially during emergencies. The implications of these state-wide findings, as well as modalities and options for improvement in availability of these essential devices and drugs are discussed in this article.