Author: Marcy Burnham A DNR order is a legal document stating that a person does not want to receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if their heart stops or if they stop breathing. Traditionally, these orders are documented in medical records and often accompanied by physical forms or bracelets. However, some individuals have opted for a more […]
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Author: Marcy Burnham, RN Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death worldwide, with over 350,000 cases occurring outside of hospitals in the United States alone each year. Immediate intervention with CPR and an AED can double or even triple the chances of survival. However, many people are still unaware of how to perform
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Author: Marcy Burnham, RN In moments of crisis, every second counts. Whether it’s a sudden cardiac arrest or any other medical emergency, swift action can mean the difference between life and death. But what if help could arrive even faster, in the form of a buzzing drone carrying a life-saving Automated External Defibrillator (AED) straight
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Author: Marcy Burnham, RN In moments of crisis, every second counts. When a sudden cardiac arrest strikes, the difference between life and death often hinges on swift intervention. This is where Public Access Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) emerge as silent heroes in our communities, ready to jumpstart a heart and save a life. A sudden
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Photo: what NOT to do! Keep your AED visible, accessible, and ready to respond in case of an emergency! Author: Marcy Burnham, RN – AED365 LeaderWhether you’re being a responsible business owner by purchasing an AED to help protect you and your co-workers while in the workplace, or you have an AED in your home
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Author: Marcy Burnham In the realm of emergency preparedness, few tools are as vital as Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). These devices can be literal lifesavers in critical moments of cardiac arrest, but like any tool, they require maintenance and inspection to ensure they’re ready when needed. Yet, with busy schedules and numerous responsibilities, it’s easy
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Author: Brady McLaughlin In a recent and noteworthy legal development, the Kentucky Court of Appeals delivered a ruling that has sent ripples through emergency medical services across the nation. On March 8, 2024, in the case (No. 2022-CA-1330-MR), the court determined that Henry County Emergency Medical Services personnel, EMT Kristian Brock and paramedic Christopher Stone,
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Author: Marcy BurnhamFacing a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-altering experience, not only for the survivor but also for their loved ones. While medical treatment and rehabilitation are crucial aspects of recovery, the emotional journey following such a traumatic event is often overlooked but equally significant. It’s a path filled with various emotions, uncertainties,
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Author: Marcy Burnham Now that you’ve purchased your AED, placed it in its assigned area/cabinet, and it’s ready to rescue, it’s time to think about AED functionality in extreme temperatures. Throughout the United States, we have been seeing record low and high temperatures over the past few years. It is vital to have an AED
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Author: Marcy Burnham More than 356,000 people have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the United States every year, and 60%-80% of them die before reaching the hospital. About 10,000 of these cardiac arrests occurred in the workplace. It is vitally important that your facility has an AED present that is ready to rescue at a
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