Before starting any AED treatment, Call 911! If two people are present, one should call 911 and other person start CPR and AED shocks. The AED machine will determine if shocks are advisable. Recently one of the Lake Wildwood AED units saved the life of a resident. Emergencies can happen at any time. Familiarize yourself with AED locations here at Lake Wildwood. We have a total of seven (7) Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) positioned on our campus. Look for them as you go about your daily business so you now where they are:
The AED is used in conjunction with CPR and the AED unit will talk you through the process. Continue CPR at 100-120 compressions a minute until Paramedics arrive. Here is some help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_49wMpdews Hands only CPR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3U79yRLzJwQ Dr. OZ version includes CPR info Some people may be afraid to use an AED because they’re worried something may go wrong and they might be held responsible or sued. However, most states’ Good Samaritan Laws and the Federal Cardiac Arrest Survival Act (Public Law 106-505) provide some protection for bystanders who respond to emergencies. You cannot hurt yourself using the AED. Think fast and act fast, it may save the life of your family, friend or neighbor. |