State Laws on Heart Attacks, Cardiac Arrest & Defibrillators Disclaimer: The descriptions of state laws provided in this memorandum are abbreviated for ease of use. Use the links or citations to full text of the laws for a more complete understanding of individual state's laws and procedures. E-CircleOfLife is not responsible for interpretation or local application of these laws and regulations. Customer assumes the responsibility of making sure that all equipment purchased meets local, state and federal codes. The Acceptance of an AED The American Heart Association approximates 250,000 victims annually; The United States Federal Government approximates 350,000 victims annually. No matter what statistics one is to review the numbers are staggering, approximately 700 to1000 people per day die and become fallen victims of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). This article will define the main underlying cause of SCA. Why it is important to have public access to AEDs. What automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are and how an AED works. Finally, this article will look at what is being done to increase the deployment of AEDs, creating heartsafe communities throughout the United States...more

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) LIFELINE AED Semi-Automatic Defibrillator LIFELINE AED Demo will open in a new window NEW • NEW • NEW Just Added To Our AED Lineup! Defibtech has designed a revolutionary new semi-automatic external defibrillator, from the ground up. Technologically advanced enough to include all mission critical features necessary to provide the most advanced treatment for Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Yet so simple and unintimidating to use that even non-medical personnel can effectively save lives. The Lifeline AED was developed by experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams and incorporates state-of-the-art digital signal processing techniques and advanced ECG analysis algorithms. More... Features & Highlights Latest Technology Easy to Use Lightweight, Durable Text, Lights & Voice Pads at the Ready Big Buttons More... LIFELINE AED Defibrillator Accessories Zoll AED Plus Automated External Defibrillator Watch ZOLL AED Plus Video or try Demo will open in a new window. Philips HeartStart Automated External Defibrillators HeartStart OnSite Demo will open in a new window HeartSine Samaritan® PAD SafetyMate Emergency Guide   Cardiac Science Automated External Defibrillators Powerheart AED Demo will open in a new window Resuscitators & Resuscitator Accessories Evolution of the Full-Rescue AED First Generation Manual Defibrillators Second Generation Ordinary AEDs Third Generation Full-Rescue AED Responders are trained to interpret rhythms and deliver defibrillating shocks. Used by doctors and paramedics trained to interpret heart rhythms. One or two-button shock boxes needing two electrodes. They do not fully support the Chain of Survival or help with effective CPR ZOLL's AED Plus™ is the only Full-Rescue AED because it defibrillates, provides feedback to help with effective CPR, and supports the full Chain of Survival. Don't Let CPR Be Forgotten SafetyMate CPR Guide Available! Ten out of ten victims of sudden cardiac arrest require CPR. Only five of ten require electrical shock. That's why every victim benefits from an AED with CPR Feedback. **Breaking News** National Institutes of Health & American Heart Association study reveals Public Access Defibrillation DOUBLES survival of victims of cardiac arrest. Visit www.nih.gov to read more about the findings presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific sessions. Are you aware that only one-half of cardiac arrest victims require the electrical shock or "zap" that makes for compelling drama on television? What all victims need is the much less dramatic, yet no less important, intervention of CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). CPR is a vital skill for first responders and trained lay rescuers. Unfortunately, with all the emphasis on the shock, AEDs haven't offered the much-needed guidance and assistance for administering CPR. Until now. The SafetyMate™ Emergency Guide SafetyMate™ closes the gap in response time by providing a fast, easy and efficient way for anyone to immediately respond to a variety of life threatening or permanently disabling medical emergencies or domestic terrorist events. Recommended by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association and the Department of Homeland Security. More on The SafetyMate™... The new ZOLL AED Plus revolutionizes the way cardiac arrest victims are treated. The AED Plus is the only AED to incorporate instantaneous CPR Feedback, providing audio and visual cues to help prevent the two most common errors of CPR: inadequate depth and inadequate rate. The AED Plus delivers voice prompts including "push harder" and "good compression," while its adaptive metronome leads the rescuer to the recommended 100-compressions-per-minute rate. Surprisingly, most people trained in CPR—even medical professionals—may forget the skills they've learned, which can lead to improper or inadequate CPR. Empowering potential rescuers with AEDs that are easy to use and offer guidance and feedback for CPR is the best way to help all victims of cardiac arrest. Back to Top Watch the Lifeline AED Defibrillator Demo which will open in a new window. Defibrillators & Awards ***Ask Us About Financing*** Handle This Roomy, sure-grip rubberized handle makes it simple to pull off the wall and carry quickly to the patient. Text, Lights and Voice Guides A calm voice guides the responder step by step while a text display with lights shows the progress. Pads at the Ready The electrode pads are tucked into a back pocket ready to apply. Big Buttons The "Power On" and "Shock" buttons are oversized and brightly lit so even the most nervous fingers will hit their mark. Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere... Technologically advanced enough to include all mission critical features necessary to provide the most advanced treatment for Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Yet so simple and unintimidating to use that even non-medical personnel can effectively save lives. For first response professionals like police, fire and EMS, the Lifeline AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is standard equipment. For schools, offices, stores, malls, factories, and public places, it's becoming as vital as the fire extinguisher. Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a Serial Killer... In the United States alone, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) kills over 400,000 of our family members, co-workers, friends and neighbors each year Each year, more people are killed by Sudden Cardiac Arrest than by car wrecks, cancer, handguns, house fires, and AIDS combined. ...but it can be treated Unlike other health problems of this magnitude, however sudden cardiac arrest is treatable. The only cure for most cases of Sudden Cardiac Arrest is immediate shock therapy from an AED, a device that shocks a lifeless heart back to a normal rhythm Watch ZOLL AED Plus Video or try Demo which will open in a new window. Defibrillators & Accessories ***Ask Us About Financing*** Graphical Operator Interface Instantly reinforces training Maps out the whole resuscitation Pictures instill confidence at the time of use Sequenced LED Indicator Lights Rapidly shows rescuers each step in the proper order More powerful than voice prompts alone The quickest way to convey life-saving actions LCD Display Graphics, voice prompts, and identical text prompts all work together Can show ECG at user option Elapsed time, shock count, and CPR depth displays So vital, it's included with every unit CPR Depth and Rate Feedback Periodic encouragement via voice prompts indicate "push harder" or "good compressions," depending on CPR depth Adaptive metronome paces the rescuer to recommended compression rate Helps to eliminate the most common errors during CPR World's First One-Piece CPR-D•padz™ Simplifies placement by using CPR landmarks Pre-connected, ready to apply with four-year shelf life Measures compression depth and rate Eliminates placement confusion and saves critical seconds Consumer Batteries Unparalleled convenience Long Life Low replacement cost Easily available to keep AED in use Need A CPR Guide? No Problem! SafetyMate™ closes the gap in response time by providing a fast, easy and efficient way for anyone - with or without training - to immediately respond to a variety of life threatening or permanently disabling medical emergencies or domestic terrorist events. Commercial & School models available. More on SafetyMate™ Back to Top