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In cardiac arrest the AED defibrlillates over time?
If it is a shockable rhythm, the AED will analyze and defibrillate as needed. Continue CPR when not analyzing and/or shocking.
What is cardiac pulmonary sarcoidosis?
It is sarcoidosis of both the heart and lungs. The heart may show abnormal rhythms on ECG.
How many schools have AED machines?
Very few schools will have AED machines. Generally speaking, the shockable rhythms (V-fib, V-tach) for the AED is more prevalent in adults as compared to young people / children in schools.
What does abnormal t-wave mean?
Abnormality can be due to abnormal heart rhythms or cardiac muscle defects.
What cardiac operations does a thoracotomy make possible?
Internal paddles of a defibrillating machine may be applied directly to the heart to restore normal cardiac rhythms. Injuries to the heart causing excessive bleeding (hemorrhaging) may be closed
What are the effects of near-drowning?
Abnormal heart rhythms (cardiac dysrhythmias) often occur in near-drowning cases, and the heart may stop pumping (cardiac arrest). An increase in blood acidity (acidosis) is another consequence
What is the next step after a defibrillation attempt?
After a defibrillation attempt, the next step is to assess the patient's rhythm and responsiveness. If the patient remains in a shockable rhythm, further defibrillation may be indicated. If the rhythm is non-shockable, high-quality CPR should be resumed immediately, and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) protocols should be followed to manage the situation effectively. Continuous monitoring and reassessment are crucial throughout the process.
For which cardiac rhythm and other problems is CPR required?
The two most common heart rhythms that require CPR is ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. Ventricular tachycardia is an extremely rapid cardiac rhythm and ventricular fibrillation is an abnormal cardiac rhythm. For an adult, if the person is unconscious and not breathing, CPR is required. There are numerous reasons an adult would be unconscious and not breathing; all require CPR.
What happens if you shock a non-shockable rhythm?
If will have no affect on the patient.
How risky are unusual heart rhythms?
Not all unusual heart rhythms (called arrhythmias ) are dangerous or fatal.
What does no shock indicated on aed mean?
There is no shockable rhythm the AED can shock for.
Do you defibrillate in cases of asystole"?
No, defibrillation is not used in cases of asystole, as it is a non-shockable rhythm.
