Cardiothoracic surgeon says ‘every minute without defibrillation drops survival by about 10%,’ explains how AEDs work

Prompt action is of utmost importance during sudden cardiac arrests and knowing how to use a defibrillator can save lives. Dr ...
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How do pacemakers and defibrillators work? A cardiologist explains how they interact with the electrical system of the heart

Your heart’s job is to keep your pulse steady to pump blood throughout your body. Sometimes your heart rate is slower when you’re relaxing, and sometimes it’s faster when you’re exercising or stressed ...
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Defibrillators save lives by sending electric shocks to the heart

Debunked explains how defibrillators truly work to restart a heart. Trump Cancels Trail, Bike-Lane Grants Deemed ‘Hostile’ to Cars Man faces charges after laser pointed at Marine One with President ...
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Defibrillators appear to work in medical helicopters

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Despite concerns about using heart defibrillators in a moving ambulance, a new study suggests the potentially life-saving devices may work just fine in "medevac" ...