Automated external defibrillators: prehospital use in advanced cardiac life support.
Diane M. Michal
Abstract
Diane M. Michal
Abstract
It is evident that AEDs may be used by minimally trained first responders to terminate VF safely and rapidly in victims of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. To enhance patient survival of out-of-hospital VF, there must be coordination between AED-trained first responders and ACLS providers.
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It is evident that AEDs may be used by minimally trained first responders to terminate VF safely and rapidly in victims of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. To enhance patient survival of out-of-hospital VF, there must be coordination between AED-trained first responders and ACLS providers.
Key concepts: Advanced cardiac life support, Medicine, Automated external defibrillator, Medical emergency, Basic life support, Emergency medical services, Advanced life support, Life support