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Not All AEDs Were Created Equal

Claudia Alves

Introduction Although all Automated External Defibrillator models don’t require training to use, they do differ, so it is still worth considering the features when selecting the right AED. Things to consider vary depending on the workplace but they may include.

The size of the unit Size and weight of your AED should depend on a few factors, such as storage space, is it being placed in an office environment, or is it mobile and being carried or transported by a staff member? Environment will also factor into your decision as the IP (International protocol) rating differs depending on what AED you purchase, the IP dictates the effect of foreign solid objects, dust, accidental contact and water to the AED.

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Automation AEDs come in semi and fully automatic options. A semi-automatic AED requires a user to press a button manually to deliver the shock. A fully automatic AED shocks as necessary without any manual input.

Paediatric Capabilities Certain environments where children are present will require an AED with a paediatric mode. When deciding on the right AED for your workplace keep in mind that some have a switch for ‘child mode’ while others require a change to paediatric pads or the insertion of a ‘key’ to be able to be safely used on young children.

Ease of use Although all AEDs are easy to use, some are more so than other. Features such as back lit buttons, the size, colour and location of the shock button and easy to follow diagrams on the AED help increase the ease of use. Today’s advanced models have verbal prompts to coach you through the resuscitation process. Some even provide chest compression depth feedback and can be plugged in to an advanced care professional’s system to give data from the time of the initial event to their arrival.

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