I suppose that statement is partly true. However the Chain of Survival includes other essential links, as follows:
- Early Access
- Early CPR
- Early Defibrillation
- Early Advanced Care
Early Access and Early Advanced Care speak for themselves. However Early Defibrillation involves having a defibrillator on site – something often neglected.
Many organizations think that getting a defib is the ultimate step to take in preparing for Sudden Cardiac Arrest, yet they do not give due diligence to the second link in the chain, Early CPR. It has been determined that about 70% of all CPR is ineffectively performed, and believe it or not, that does not exclude doctors.
It is now possible to obtain a defibrillator that provides real-time feedback as to your effectiveness in performing CPR. We are not just talking about some gimmick that monitors applied pressure, or tells you what to do. We are talking about a device that is determining in real-time whether your compressions are actually effective. It does this by a new patented technology that has been developed during real cardiac arrests in the UK (Clinical papers available).
It also tells the rescuer whether to push harder, and once the compressions are effective, whether to push faster or slower.
So if you are considering getting a defibrillator, get the HeartSine Samaritan 500P. Remember, the defib will look after the shock, but you have to look after the CPR – and without the HeartSine Samaritan 500P, there is a 70% chance your compressions will be ineffective.
If you stint now, you may live with the consequences tomorrow.
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The HeartSine Samaritan 500P also includes the following features:
- 7 year warranty
- 4 year Pad-Pak life (Unique battery and pads in one disposable cartridge therefore only one expiring component)
- Convenient carry case with storage space
- One of the smallest and lightest on the market (thanks to Pad-Pak concept)
- Tough, durable, rugged (Highest IP ratings in industry)
- Ability to download ECG after event
- Automatic self test function
- Software upgrades possible