For the information of Club members, we have recently installed in the Bentleigh Market office, a Defibrillator.All members who are attending the market should familiarise themselves with the device by:
- Reading the broad description of what a Defib does
- Watching the instructional video.
- Reading the placard on the wall.
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What does a defibrillator do?
A defibrillator, also known as an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), is a device that uses an electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm in someone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It works by delivering a controlled electrical impulse to the heart, which can help disrupt chaotic heart rhythms and allow the heart to return to its normal pumping rhythm .
How it Works:
- Analysis: The AED analyzes the person's heart rhythm using electrodes (pads) attached to their chest.
- Shock Delivery: If the AED detects a dangerous arrhythmia, it will deliver an electric shock.
- Resetting the Heart: The shock disrupts the chaotic electrical activity in the heart, allowing the heart's natural pacemaker to restart a normal rhythm.
In essence, a defibrillator resets the heart's electrical system to help it regain a normal heartbeat.
Instructional video:
Instructional placard:
