AED
AED Questions and Answers:
What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest:
SCA is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, striking more than 340,000 victims each year. SCA can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere.
Are Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) complicated to operate?
No. Shock terapy will not be delivered if the device determines that the heart’s rhythm is not shockable, even if the responder presses the shock button.
Could the defibrillator inadvertently hurt the emergency victim?
No. Shock therapy will not be delivered if the device determines that the heart’s rhythm is not shockable, even if the responder presses the shock button.
Can the AED be used on anyone?
Defibrillators are safe for all ages when used appropriately.
Why is it so important to have the AED so easily accesible?
For maximum effect, the AED should be administerd within the first three minutes of the SCA. For every minute after that, the survival chance diminishes by approximately 10%.
Is training required to use an AED?
. Yes, training is required. You will receive a two year AED/CPR certification upon completeing a simple course. The course lasts approximately three to five hours. Certification is offerered through the American Heart Association, the National Safety Council, and the Red Cross.
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