It's a device for re-establishing a
normal heartbeat when someone has just suffered a heart attack. You
see them around in most public places and workplaces. Once applied
to the patient their operation is completely automatic and anyone can use
one with minimal instruction. Thanks to the personal initiative of a few
individuals, Hunsdon has a defibrillator that is always accessible, and
the necessary training is available (free of charge) from a qualified
first-aid instructor, David Robinette, contactable at
davidrobinette@btinternet.com or 07977 779156.
Shouldn't I just
call an ambulance?
Yes - someone should call an
ambulance, but time is absolutely critical when someone has suffered a
heart attack - look at the figure below. If you were trained and knew how to access the
defib, then you could save the life of a relation, friend or other loved
one. Or maybe they could save your life. Think
about it...
If
you have already been trained
...then the following
video will serve as a useful reminder for using the defibrillator.
To start the video, right-click and select 'Play'.
