AED First Aid Training

As an extended part of first aid training people can also train to operate automated external defibrillator (AED). In case you are not familiar with the term, an AED is a computerized medical device that checks a person’s heart rhythm and lets you know if they require a shock. The machine actually lets the user know when to administer the shock to the ailing person.

It is fairly simple to use as it utilizes voice prompts, text messages, and lights to let you know what to do next with the person who is having heart trouble. Most places that offer first aid training also offer the AED course separately. It only requires a couple of hours of training and can definitely be the difference of life or death for someone who might suffer a heart attack while in your presence. These machines are very safe, easy to use, and accurate.

The AED machines have been a requirement for ambulances and paramedics vehicles but have recently gone under scrutiny as to whether or not they should be placed in large venues such as sports arenas, gated communities, shopping malls and places that normally have larger crowds. This is strongly supported by the American Heart Association...