Both a heart attack and cardiac arrest are serious events. When they happen, they both can lead to death without proper medical intervention. However they are different in very specific ways, even though a lot of people use the term heart attack and cardiac arrest as synonyms for one another. They interchange them depending on the conversation, which is incorrect. There is a big difference between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest, and it’s...
Both a heart attack and cardiac arrest are serious events. When they happen, they both can lead to death without...
When it comes to first aid on business property, it’s essential to understand that there are certain laws and regulations in place designed to protect workers from harm. In the event of a medical emergency, a defibrillator can mean the difference between life and death. However, you may not know this, but businesses are not required to have one by law. Should this change? We thought we would take a look and weigh in...
When it comes to first aid on business property, it’s essential to understand that there are certain laws and...
The answer is absolutely yes; you should ensure that an AED or Defibrillator has a regular servicing routine. So, let’s look at the reasons behind this and why it is much more than just another bill to pay. The Self-Test Routing The AED or defibrillator is a clever piece of kit, and it will run self-diagnostics each day to make sure it is ready for service should you need it. Let’s face it...
The answer is absolutely yes; you should ensure that an AED or Defibrillator has a regular servicing routine. So...
Cold temperature is dangerous for both a person and a defibrillator. The decreased level of heat can increase the risk of hypothermia, which can result in sudden cardiac arrest, and freezing temperatures can damage the defibrillator (AED), and hinder its effectiveness. Regardless of whether you choose to keep an AED for personal or commercial usage, you should understand how the cold can affect it and what to do if it does. The Challenges of Cold...
Cold temperature is dangerous for both a person and a defibrillator. The decreased level of heat can increase the risk...
When choosing an AED for use in the community, workplace or an organisation there are many questions that get asked about the type of device that will be best for you. Below we hope to answer most of these questions, however please do not hesitate to contact us for more information. AEDs are sophisticated devices that use technology to ensure that only patients that require defibrillation receive it. They have a built in test system...
When choosing an AED for use in the community, workplace or an organisation there are many questions that get asked...
