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2. Automated external defibrillator - Wikipedia

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   An automated external defibrillator or automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) is a portable electronic device that automatically diagnoses the life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation (VF) and pulseless ventricular tachycardia, [1] and is able to treat them through defibrillation, the application of electricity which stops the arrhythmia, allowing the heart to re ...

3. What is an AED? This medical device can save lives after ...

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   What is an automated external defibrillator (AED)? An AED is a lightweight, portable device that delivers an electric shock through the chest to the heart when it detects an abnormal rhythm. Its ...

4. Defibrillation - Wikipedia

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   A defibrillation device that is often available outside of medical centers is the automated external defibrillator (AED), [8] a portable machine that can be used with no previous training. That is possible because the machine produces pre-recorded voice instructions that guide the user.

5. Basic life support - Wikipedia

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   Once an automated external defibrillator (AED) has been acquired the rescuer should then finish the round of CPR, use the AED and then begin another round of CPR. However the AED will usually notify the rescuer of any impediments to continued CPR (such as a sinus rhythm or asystole) in which case the rescuer may be prompted to cease CPR.

6. Cintas Debunks 5 Myths about Automated External Defibrillators

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   Cintas Debunks 5 Myths about Automated External Defibrillators Overcoming misconceptions about defibrillators has the potential to save more lives CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In a study ...

7. Heroic Texas high school students help save teacher who went ...

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   Amaro completed a training course on using the automated external defibrillator (AED) weeks before the incident. “I kept saying, ‘Focus on my voice, Mr. Compton. Keep your eyes open.