Defibrillator

usgb/dɪˈfɪbrɪˌleɪtər/
Noun

A machine used to send an electric shock to the heart to help it start beating again in cases of cardiac arrest.

The defibrillator was used to revive the patient after his heart stopped.
Visual representation of "defibrillator" - A machine used to send an electric shock to the heart to help it start beating again in cases of cardiac arrest.

Often appears as...

  • AEDs
  • cardiac emergency response

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Automated external defibrillator, manual defibrillator, cardiac arrest

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Medical equipment

Defibrillators are critical in emergency medicine and can save lives if used quickly.

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In cases of sudden cardiac arrest, quick access to a defibrillator can significantly increase survival rates.
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User-friendly

Some models are designed for public use, making them accessible to non-medical personnel.

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Trainings are often provided to teach users how to operate AEDs effectively.
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Importance

Understanding how and when to use a defibrillator can be vital during emergencies.

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Having defibrillators in public areas helps prepare for potential heart-related incidents.
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