When should an AED be used?
An AED should be used when it is suspected someone has suffered a cardiac arrest.
Do I need to be trained to use an AED?
Anyone can use an AED. Untrained people have used them successfully to save a life and lack of training (or recent refresher training) should not be a barrier. It is desirable for people to be trained in the use of an AED and that they keep their skills up to date, but if the circumstances…
What is ‘Public Access’?
This is when an AED is placed in a public place. This can be anywhere where people gather. Ideally this could be in areas where there is a high incidence or risk of cardiac arrest or in areas where it is hard for the Ambulance Service to access e.g rural areas, crowded areas, high traffic…
Can an AED be used in wet conditions?
Yes. You would need to ensure the immediate skin area on the chest is dried off and shelter provided where possible. There is no immediate danger to the person using the AED.
Can an AED be used on Adults and Children?
Adult/Child switch on the iPAD SP1 Yes. You will need to check with the manufacturer of the AED as to the changes required to make an AED safer for children between 1 and 8 years old. The iPAD SP1 has a simple switch selection if it is to be used on a child between 1…
What does AED mean?
AED = Automated External Defibrillator An AED is a very safe and easy to use electronic device, designed to be used by anyone, with or without medical training. It automatically reads the heart rhythm of someone who may have suffered a cardiac arrest and diagnoses if an electrical shock is required to restore a normal…