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For more information on AED programs, contact Bobby Ward

Automated External Defibrillators

If you would like to receive a copy of an AED Program Implementation Guide, please call, 1-877-334-2669. We provide a Turn Key Operation.

Chain of Survival

To provide the best opportunity for survival, each of these four links must be put into motion within the first few minutes of SCA onset:

Time After Attack	Survival Chances
Every minute	Chances are reduced by 7-10%
4-6 minutes	Brain damage and permanent death start to occur
After 10 minutes	Few attempts at resuscitation succeed

• Early Access: Recognizing that a cardiovascular emergency exists and immediately notifying the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) system is a key element. In most communities, phoning 911 accesses the EMS system.
• Early CPR & Defibrillation: Starting CPR immediately after a cardiac arrest to circulate oxygen-rich blood to vital organs buys time for the victim until defibrillation can be given.
• Early Advanced Care: Trained healthcare providers arriving quickly to administer advanced lifesaving interventions.
  Since more than 70% of SCA cases occur at home, and another 10% to 15% occur at work, trained EMS personnel are unlikely to be at the scene at onset. Therefore, trained lay responders with quick access to defibrillation units can be a vital asset when SCA strikes. In certain environments, where the Chain is strong and when defibrillation occurs within the first few minutes of cardiac arrest, survival rates can approach 80% to 100%.

Four Key Elements in a Successful AED Program

1. Having a Medical Professional oversee the program and provide quality improvement.

Your Physician Medical Director should provide the following services:

• Initial Prescription for each device
• Annual review of training program
• Protocol for AED use
• Design and annual review of Policies and Procedures
• Assistance with maintaining compliance with applicable regulations
• Telephone consultations on AED Program
• Data care analysis of cardiac arrest incidents

2. Notify the local EMS Agency & advise them of your AED program.
3. Selection, Placement and Maintenance of AEDs.

Selection - Not all AEDs are created equal. When selecting the AED for your program; reliability, ease of use and device features must all be considered. The Center for EMS will assist you with selecting the AED for your program.

Placement - A site survey may be required to determine the number of AEDs needed in your facility and where to strategically place them so that you meet the recommended 3-4 minute response to shock time from OSHA and the American Heart Association.

Maintenance - Today's AEDs are engineered to be low maintenance, but there are still a few items that require your attention. Defibrillation Pads and AED Batteries must be replaced at regular intervals.

4. Training:

The American Heart Association AED Course combines hands-on, scenario-based AED instruction with adult CPR training in 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Responders in your AED Program should receive training from a Nationally Recognized Program such as the American Heart Association (AHA). Today, anyone with proper training can learn how to respond to a Medical Emergency with an AED. An American Heart Association AED Course combines hands-on, scenario-based AED instruction with adult CPR training in 3 1/2 to 4 hours.

Available AHA Programs include; Heart Saver CPR, Heart Saver AED, and Heart Saver First Aid, CPR, and AED.

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