When do you use a defibrillator

Nowadays you can find a defibrillator in more and more public places. More and more commonly, private individuals are now also purchasing defibrillators. Maybe you have also seen one and wonder: "When do you use a defibrillator?".  You'll read about it in this blog! 

Defibrillator s save lives! When you use a defibrillator during a resuscitation, the chances of someone surviving a cardiac arrest are many times higher than when you only use classical CPR with chest compression and ventilation. This is why it is important to use a defibrillator device in cases of cardiac arrest.  A defibrillator can reset the hearts rhythm by administering a shock, allowing it to beat normally again. Cardiac arrest may occur when someone is unconscious and no longer breathing normally. Read more about this in our blog "How do you recognise a cardiac arrest?". 

Can you always use a defibrillator? 

You can always use a defibrillator, even when in doubt, this is because the a defibrillator first performs a test to analyse whether the victim's heart has a shockable rhythm. With a normal heart rhythm or no heart activity at all, no shock will be given. This is why you cannot use a defibrillator incorrectly. You do not need to be a professional to use a defibrillator, because of the spoken and/or visual instructions, anyone can operate a defibrillator. Using a defibrillator is 100% safe. 

When do you turn on a defibrillator? 

Always phone the emergency services first in cases of a suspected cardiac arrest, if you are not alone, get someone else to turn on the defibrillator whilst you are phoning the emergency services. The defibrillator will immediately start giving the necessary instructions to the user. By deploying a defibrillator and resuscitating the victim, you ensure that no precious time is wasted whilst waiting for the emergency services to arrive. 

Buying a defibrillator

Have you decided to buy a defibrillator now? At Medisol we offer defibrillator s from various brands. Be sure to have a look at our extensive range or contact our friendly experts for advice.