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Do You Know What A Defibrillator Does?

allanmadams — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:33:06 +0000

There are various types of defibrillators but all of them do an identical job just in a slightly different way. There are external ones that you're going to find at varied locations including your local shopping mall, theatre, baseball court etc. If you've got an existing medical condition, your health practitioner might have recommended you get an internal one.

The purpose of both types is to return your heart rhythm to a typical reading as an abnormal one can lead to a coronary. The hearts main function is to pump blood and oxygen around the body. It works at perfect levels when your heart rhythm is standard. When the heart malfunctions, the rhythm changes leading to issues with the pumping mechanism. This is turn causes issues with the oxygen supply to critical organs including your cortex. Left untreated it can cause death or severe brain damage.

The body reacts to a scarcity of oxygen by forcing you to lose consciousness. But though this can buy you some additional minutes you may die unless an AED is used to return your heart rhythm to standard levels. An AED delivers a shock to your heart which should get the rhythm back to normal. It does not always work but the technology has saved many lives.

If you've a medical condition which predisposes you to cardiac arrest your health practitioner may recommend that you have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator put into your heart.

The device acts in much the same way as an AED. It'll deliver a shock if your heart rhythm does not stay within a specific range. Or your health practitioner might prefer to treat your condition with tablets. While it's very important to search out a 2nd medical opinion if you are not 100% satisfied with your health practitioner you shouldn't act on guidance you read on the internet. Only your medical staff are acquainted with your personal health history and they're properly qualified to assess your condition or refer you to a specialist. Some individuals are chary of having a defibrillator fitted but though the devices have been improved over time, the principles remain like those introduced in the 1960′s. So there have been lots of health tests and experiments carried out to check the safety of these devices.

Why cant I depend on an AED? If you're predisposed to a heart stoppage do you really want to take the chance that an automated external defibrillator will be available to you? Or that somebody close by will understand how to use it? Though we should have more AEDs and more people with AED training the truth is that at the moment there is a lack. If your physician suggests an internal device follow his advice!

Is Cardiac Ablation The Cure?

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:59:47 +0000

I’ve had a bad tachycardia last thursday that took me in to the hospital and they had to give me a defibrillator shock to stop the beats into normal speed. I am still in bed recovering. Now doctor said that he wants to study the possibility of doing an ablation to stop tachycardia once and for all so I don’t have to take amiodarone for the rest of my life. Is there any warranties that by getting this ablation my heart will finally be normal? I’ve been suffering this problem since I am 13 and now I am 31.

My Father Had A Heart Attack And Died, But He’s Alive Now. It’s Quite An Amazing Stroke Of Luck…?

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 03:43:18 +0000

Wednesday, my father suffered a heart attack and died temporarily before being brought back to life. He’s doing really well now by the way, up walking and could probably leave the hospital now, but he’s staying for some stuff
Anyway, let me set up the scene…
1) he’s an atheist
2) if he didn’t have an AED shock him in five minutes, he would be dead, CPR or no CPR
3) there were three doctors on the court next to him (he was playing tennis)
4) he was near a hospital
He might not be alive and well if any of those did not come to be, incredibly unlikely series of events.
So I ask you this: If God hates atheists so much that he would send them all to hell, why would he allow all of these events to come about to save one’s life? I’m an atheist as well, my whole family is.
I just thought this would be something to make everybody think for a moment about just what it means when you say atheists go to hell.
And if you’re curious, he didn’t see any white tunnel or pits of fire or anything.
I just thought I’d share our story and maybe make a couple people think about something…

What Kind Of Job Should I Get?

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:46:50 +0000

When i get done with school i plan on getting a good job that will get me some money my family is poor so i would like a good paying job i am able to do for one you should know i have a heart problem and my energy level is A lot lower than a normal persons
i also cant do anything with strong magnets or any thing that will shock me as i have a defibrillator / ICD
i was thinking vet but im not sure i was thinking Doctor but i don’t like shots and would be afraid i might mess up and kill the person D:
i was thinking geologist but going to another country is dangerous
and i have to take 3 atenalol twice a day
ide like to be an artist but i just don’t think i would make much money
i can type fast but i miss spell a lot and my Grammar sucks Dx
some one help me
email me or get on a instant Messenger
my yahoo is sailormoon_hellokitty@yahoo.com
my msn is amber_sweden@hotmail.com
but i use LIVE
(just to let you know i am female )

Atrial Fibrilation – Blood Thinner Problem.?

admin — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:05:07 +0000

My wife has a heart condition but the docs can’t find a remedy.
She has an implanted defibrillator. Normally it would “shock” her heart into correct rhythm.
The Medtronic 3-wire ICD was recently replaced with a St Jude 3-wire model. Apparently St Jude is superior.
Unfortunately it’s programmed NOT to shock under most conditions. As a result, she went into afib (out of rhythm) about a week ago and is in the hospital. She’s very weak.
The docs say they can’t shock her now because she might have blood clots. They have to give her blood thinner for awhile. BUT they can’t give her blood thinner because the last time she went to the hospital her gums started bleeding.
Apparently her blood is TOO thin already. I think they are going to release her soon, still with afib and still with blood that is too thin but also still risking that the next shock from the ICD will release blood clots.
My argument is they handle this while she is still at the hospital. Otherwise, it will happen at some random time in the future when she is not at the hospital.
My second argument is there must be blood thickeners that could be used before they use coumadin, which also should be administered while she is at the hospital.
It’s a puzzle. The St Jude ICD could be triggered and her heart could be stabilized. If not, she might be too weak to go for dialysis, leading to worse problems.
Suggestions?

Im A Life Guard Working At A Private Community Pool And There Are Several Safety Hazards Wut Should I Do?

admin — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 21:49:05 +0000

the facility im working at has several things that if something (a drowning for example) were to happen, we would have the proper working equipment to engage in the situation.
heres a list of problems-
1) our backboard is missing 2 of the 5 straps,
and the 3 that are there are LITERALLY tied on,
in a knot, and missing the buckles.
2) we have one rescue mask from 1993 when we first opened, and is past the expiration date, so air will not correctly pass through
3) WE HAVE NO AED!
this one is the most important,
because each minute the victim doesnt get the artificial shock, it brings down the survival rate by 10%
4) we have 12 other guard at our facility and 5 of them havent renewed their CPR certifications for 2 years (this needs to be done every year)
and
5) on weekdays we have 3 guards on duty,
and monday- thursday some guards have to teach swim lessons, and one of the days i was working,
the 2 other guards were doing the lessons,
and if something were to happen, we would have

Emt-b Question!?

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:42:26 +0000

An unconscious 52-year-old male patient is in his backyard in a lounge chair. He is apneic (not breathing) and pulseless. A neighbor began CPR before your arrival. This and the next two questions pertain to this scenario. After confirming the patient is apneic and pulseless, you apply the AED and push the analyze button. After the first shock is delivered, you should:
a.) begin oxygen therapy by nonrebreather mask at 15 liters per minute.
b.) check airway, breathing and circulation status and press “analyze” again if the patient is still in cardiac arrest.
c.) check airway, breathing and circulation status and begin CPR if the patient is still in cardiac arrest.
d.) remove the AED to avoid getting shocked when touching the patient.
I have B!!
Thanks!

Can Someone Answer These Cpr Questions Please?

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:34:49 +0000

im stuck on these questions if anyone could help that would be great.
1. How many minutes should go by before you check for a pulse after shocking a patient with the AED?
2. If a victim does not respond after a shock from an AED, how many minutes of CPR should be performed before checking the victims rhythm again?
3. What is the number of back blows given to a choking adult?
4. When advanced airway is in place during 2-person CPR for victims of all ages, how many times a minute should chest compressions be stopped to allow for breaths?

Emt-b Question?

admin — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:47:12 +0000

What’s The Difference Between First Aid And Cpr?

admin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:48:48 +0000

I think first aid includes other diagnosis treatments like controlling bleeding, treating for shock and splinting. CPR is just one of those components, dealing with cardiopulmonary distress. So first aid is broader than and includes CPR.