Many people tend to confuse a heart attack with cardiac arrest, assuming they’re identical. But that is not the case. To grasp the distinction between the two, it is important to understand what happens in each of these situations, what causes them and how they can be treated. What is a heart attack? Think of … Continue reading “Heart Attack Vs Cardiac Arrest”
When analysing the heart, the AED will be searching for four different rhythms. If it detects Ventricular Tachycardia (VT) or Ventricular Fibrillation (VF), the device will either instruct the user to shock or shock the patient itself (depending on if it is a semi or fully automatic device).
In today’s fast-paced world, it is essential for businesses and organisations to prioritise the safety and well-being of their employees, customers, and community members. One crucial aspect of this is investing in CPR training and defibrillators. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) can save lives during medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests, while defibrillators are vital devices that … Continue reading “Why Every Business Needs to Invest in CPR Training and Defibrillators Today”
Trying to decide which defibrillator you should purchase can be a rather overwhelming decision, you know whichever you decide will save a life, but there are so many to choose from. Overview of the the ZOLL AED 3 The ZOLL AED 3 is part of ZOLL’s public access defibrillator range and is available in both … Continue reading “Defib In The Spotlight- The ZOLL AED 3”
History of defibrillator and types It was in the year 1899 that defibrillator was used for the first time. Since then, it has evolved to be considered as life saving machines. It tops arrhythmia and revives the heart. It also depolarises. It enables sinus rhythm to get reestablished and allow heart to return to normal … Continue reading “Should AED defibrillator be there beside every fire extinguisher?”
When it comes to saving a life during cardiac emergencies, defibrillation plays a crucial role. This life-saving technique involves delivering an electric shock to the heart in order to restore its normal rhythm. In this blog post, we will explore what defibrillation is, how it works, when it is used, and the benefits as well … Continue reading “Defibrillation: The Key to Resuscitating a Fibrillating Heart”
ZOLL Medical Corporation are a leading global medical technology company who are dedicated to advancing emergency care and critical medical interventions. With a focus on innovation, ZOLL designs and manufactures a range of medical devices and software solutions that save lives and improve patient outcomes. One of ZOLLs expertise is AEDs. ZOLL is committed to … Continue reading “ZOLL Heroes For Life”
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies, they provide innovative products and solutions for emergency care, including AEDs. Stryker are committed to making public access defibrillators more accessible in the hopes to save more lives. The Forward Hearts Program helps bring more life-saving defibrillators into the community by giving survivors of sudden … Continue reading “Forward Hearts Program”
In emergency situations where every second counts, having access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can be the difference between life and death. AEDs are compact devices that deliver a controlled electric shock to the heart in cases of sudden cardiac arrest, helping to restore its normal rhythm. In this blog post, we will explore … Continue reading “AEDs: The Essential Equipment for Public Access Defibrillation”
