Role and Application of Automated External Defibrillator / 医疗卫生装备

ABSTRACT

Automated external defibrillator(AED) is introduced including its practical functions,easy operation,and its role in the Public Access Defibrillation.The combination of AED with cardiopulmonary resuscitation is clarified,i.e.rescuers ought to perform early defibrillation toward the victim experiencing sudden cardiac arrest with shockable rhythm as rapidly as possible,and then turn to chest compressions without delay.At last,the existing situation and the shortcomings in the utilization of AED in China are pointed out along with its prospects.