Defibrillators Nick Gomes

Manual External

Pick amount of charge of shock that will be given through pads placed on chest, usually found in hospitals

Requires training to use

Manual Internal

Same as manual external except pads are in direct contact with the heart

Usually found operating rooms

Automated External (AED)

Uses computer to analyze heart then suggest whether a shock is needed or not

Usually found in public places

Made simpler for anyone to use

Implantable Cardioverter

Similar to pacemakers, constantly monitor patients heart and administer shocks when needed

Limitation – cannot distinguish when heartbeat changes due to exercise and other activities

Wearable Cardiac

Portable defibrillator that is worn as a vest, monitors heart 24/7

Not as common as others

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