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Defibrillator problems
What are the latest opinions / thoughts with regards to the use/need etc. of defibrillators noting the manufacturers recalls because of malfunction etc. and possible reliance on such kit in preference to the use of the first aider?
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Hi Bob,
It suppose it depends on which manufacturers AED you have on your site.
the model we use has been subject to no recalls, and I have used the same model for a number of years as a frontline Ambulance service resource, with no issues. Only changing pads after each use.
They will never be used in preference to a first aider, as you still need someone to check the chest for piercings, patches and pacemakers; dry the chest and apply the pads, carry out the safety checks and press the button.
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I would agree with Phil.
It is important to do the research on which is the best and most reliable for the operation in question....
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I think you have a problem here.
The defibrillator will be defibrillating a brain-damaged person without someone performing chest compressions prior to the God-Machine arriving.
One minute.
Can you get it there in that time ?
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