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For someone experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) every minute counts. The rate of survival drops by 10% for every minute from collapse without intervention and after 5-6 minutes survival rate will hit 0%. Defibrillation is key to surviving SCA and if enacted within the first few minutes from collapse survival can be boosted to as high as 70%. The key to saving a life in this situation is knowing the steps and understanding the technology. What is an Automatic external defibrillator (AED)? An Automatic external defibrillator (AED) is a device that delivers a set amount of electrical shock to the heart after it analyses heart rhythm. It determines whether a shock is required to the heart through adhesive electrode pads attached to the person’s chest. If an abnormal heartbeat is detected, the AED will shock to interrupt the abnormal rhythm of the heart giving the heart a chance to return to its normal pumping rhythm. Put simply, an AED is a powerful, lifesaving device that shou

Defibrillators are gadgets that send an electric pulse or shock to the heart to restore a normal heartbeat. They are implemented to prevent or correct the condition of arrhythmia, an uneven heartbeat, which is too slow or too fast. Defibrillator can also help to restore the heart's beating if the heart beating suddenly stops. How Do Defibrillators Work? • When you are having an uneven heartbeat, a defibrillator may be required to regulate your heart’s rhythm and avert a sudden cardiac arrest . As per the issue, a low or high energy shock may be required to implement. • If the device identifies a minor issue, the ICD will utilize a painless low-energy pacing mechanism to regulate the issue. Most likely, you will feel nothing in this case. For more serious rhythm problems, the ICD will utilize a high-energy shock, which can be uncomfortable, but will only remain for a few seconds. • If the device identifies a more severe issue, multiple shocks may be required. Getting multiple