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Why Every Workplace Needs an AED Response Plan: Be Prepared, Save Lives

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Author: Marcy Burnham, RN When it comes to emergencies, every second counts. One of the most critical and life-saving tools available in public and private spaces today is the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). AEDs are designed to treat sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a condition that can happen to anyone, anywhere, without warning. The chances of […]

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Preventing Sudden Cardiac Arrest in High School Athletes: A Vital Effort

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Author: Marcy Burnham, RN Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death among high school athletes. High-intensity sports put extra stress on young hearts, especially if athletes have undetected heart conditions. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and arrhythmias are two common causes of SCA. Unfortunately, these conditions can go unnoticed, as most young athletes appear

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AED Ownership and Responsibility

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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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The Importance of AED Program Management

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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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Navigating Accountability: A Lesson from Henry County EMS

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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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AED’s in Extreme Temperatures

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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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AED Program Management in the Workplace

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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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Unique Situations When Using an AED

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Author: Marcy Burnham In a cardiac emergency, every second is crucial in providing a positive outcome for the victim. Feeling confident in using an AED and performing CPR are essential. Though you may have received excellent instruction during your AED/CPR class, there are still some variables to consider in real-life situations. In a classroom setting,

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I have an AED – what do I need to know?

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co-authored by Marcy Burnham, RN – AED365 Leader, and Brady B. McLaughlin, MS, NREMT – CEO and AED Expert This question is more common than you may think. Whether you just purchased an AED or have been an AED owner for years, many people have questions about AEDs, or automated external defibrillators. AEDs are vital

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