An AED, or Automated External Defibrillator,🫀 is a portable, easy-to-use medical device that can restart a heart during sudden cardiac arrest. It analyzes the heart's rhythm and, if a shock is needed, delivers a controlled electric shock to restore a normal rhythm. AEDs are designed for use by the public, often found in public places like schools, gyms, and workplaces, and provide voice and visual prompts to guide the user through the process. How an AED works When turned on, the device uses vo

4.5K views · 97 reactions | Sudden cardiac arrest is among the leading causes of death in the U.S. Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are portable devices that are used to revive someone suffering cardiac arrest. AEDs can be found in many public places and don’t require any special training to use. ⁠ ⁠ Knowing where to look for them and how to use them could potentially help save someone’s life. Learn more: https://mayocl.in/3Q6pCKA | Mayo Clinic | Facebook

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