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Revive & Save Lives Using Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

by www.HeartLine.info

AEDs Can Revive and Save Lives

Using Automated External Defibrillators

AED or automated external defibrillators are life saving devices used to deliver an electric shock to the victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac arrest can victimize a person of any age group or fitness level. During cardiac arrest, the victim's heart starts to quiver and beat rapidly; it also ceases to pump blood effectively. Defibrillation helps in restoring the heart beat to a normal rate. As per American Heart Association (AHA) around 350,000 Americans suffer from sudden cardiac arrest and with timely help it is possible to save around 20,000 to 100,000 of them.

Early defibrillation is the key to saving a victim.

· The best thing about defibrillators is that these are user friendly devices and can be used by a lay person with minimum training. The standard visual and voice prompt feature in AEDs makes it perfectly easy for the rescuer to use the device. Human life is precious and you can help to save a victim of sudden cardiac arrest by using AED life saving devices.
· It is crucial that the victim gets timely help because a delay can cause him to lose his life. AEDs are portable, compact, and easy to use; anyone can use a defibrillator in case of an emergency with some basic training.
· Training helps you to overcome the hesitation and fear of using an automated external defibrillator. You can attend course by American Red Cross which will prepare you to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and you'll also learn to use AED.
· These life saving devices are being used by firefighters, police officers, lifeguards, and are available at various places where public gathers, such as railway stations, airports, offices, sports arenas, and casinos. In case of a sudden cardiac arrest, every passing minute reduces the chances of victim's survival.
· It is important that the victim gets CPR until the EMS personnel reach the spot. Most people are not aware of the fact that not all the victims of sudden cardiac arrest require defibrillation. Around half of the victims can be revived by CPR which involves chest compressions.
· Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is essential to help in flow of oxygenated blood to brain and other vital organs. It is important to learn CPR techniques and using an AED as most sudden cardiac victims die because bystanders are unaware of what they should do to help the victim.

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