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Is an AED used for effective treatment for sudden cardiac arrest to synchronize cardioversion?
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∙ 14y ago
Yes.
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How can you revive a patient from cardiac arrest?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation is the most effective treatment for cardiac arrest.
What is synchronized cardioversion?
From the related link, Synchronized Cardioversion is: --A controlled form of defibrillation for patients who still have organized cardiac activity with a pulse.
What is the most effective treatment for sudden cardiac arrest?
Immediately call 911, start CPR if no signs of life (and hook up an AED as soon as possible).
What is the medical term meaning procedure that shocks your heart to beat normally?
Defibrillation (de = from + fibrilla = small fiber + ion = noun form ==> contracting abnormally) is a common electrical treatment to shock your heart into normal sinus rhythm. Currently CPR responders have been trained to utilize automated external defibrillators (AEDs) which should be located in most public buildings in case of cardiac arrest of a visitor.
How effective is internal cardiac massage?
between 40 and 60 percent effective - but the complications are horrendous.
What term means Electrical shock delivered during cardiac cycle to treat life-threatening arrhythmias?
The term referring to delivering an electric shock to treat a life-threatening arrhythmia is synchronized cardioversion.
Kedd's contains cardic glycoside?
Kedd's contains cardiac glycosides are drugs that are used in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmia and congestive heart failure.
How does a cardiac monitor assist in patient treatment?
Continuous cardiovascular and pulmonary monitoring allows for prompt identification and initiation of treatment.
What is new in emergency medicine?
Emergency medicine is constantly changing - new research is ongoing in several areas, including the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary embolus; care of those suffering cardiac arrest; whether therapeutic hypothermia is effective, or more effective than preventing hyperthermia after arrest, etc.
How do you cardiovert?
Cardiovert is the process of attempting cardioversion whichi has the purpose of correcting cardiac arrhythmia using electric current or medication. So either medications of electric current can be used and both have their inherent pros and cons. Hope this clears things up
Who performs heart surgery for congenital defects?
Pediatric cardiologists and cardiac surgeons specialize in treatment of congenital defects. Hospitals dedicated to the care of children may provide cardiac surgery services.
What has the author Gan-Xin Yan written?
Gan-Xin Yan has written: 'Management of cardiac arrhythmias' -- subject(s): Electrophysiology, Therapy, Treatment, Electric countershock, Arrhythmia, Cardiac Arrhythmias
