Defibrillaattoreiden

Defibrillaattori, often referred to as a defibrillator, is a medical device used to treat sudden cardiac arrest. This life-threatening condition occurs when the heart's electrical activity becomes chaotic, preventing it from pumping blood effectively. A defibrillator delivers an electrical shock to the heart, aiming to reset its rhythm and restore a normal heartbeat.

There are two main types of defibrillators: manual and automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Manual defibrillators are typically used by trained medical professionals in hospitals and emergency settings. They require the operator to interpret the patient's heart rhythm and decide when and how to deliver a shock. AEDs, on the other hand, are designed for public use and are found in many public places, such as airports, shopping malls, and sports facilities. AEDs are user-friendly, equipped with voice and visual prompts that guide even untrained individuals through the process of delivering a shock if needed. They automatically analyze the heart rhythm and only advise a shock if it detects a life-threatening rhythm that can be treated by defibrillation.

The effectiveness of defibrillation is highly dependent on the time elapsed since the onset of cardiac arrest. Prompt defibrillation significantly increases the chances of survival. When a person collapses and is unresponsive, immediate CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) should be initiated while someone else retrieves and prepares the defibrillator. Early access to defibrillation is a crucial component of the chain of survival for sudden cardiac arrest victims.