Defibrillators

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Medisave stocks an extensive range of Defibrillators/AEDs that are ideal for any workplace, premises, public area or School. Are you prepared for sudden cardiac arrest? Having a life-saving defibrillator on your premises is essential for ensuring that rapid action is taken in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Defibrillators are available in two versions: A Semi-Automatic Defibrillator measures the casualties heart rate and prompts the user to administer a life-saving shock when necessary . Whilst a Fully automatic Defibrillator administers the shock without the user's input . What is a defibrillator? A defibrillator is a device that gives a high-energy electric shocks to the heart if someone is having a cardiac arrest. The high energy shocks are called defibrillation and play an essential part in trying to save the life of anyone who’s in cardiac arrest. A defibrillator can also be called a defib , an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) or a PAD (Public Access Defibrillator) . Find out more about defibrillators and their uses.