From the news that someone stole 27 AEDs and sold them on Facebook until it became a popular trend on social media.

Many people are interested in what an AED is and how it is important to their lives.

What is an AED?

AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) or Automatic External Defibrillator

It is an emergency life support device for patients who are unconscious from cardiac symptoms.

that can accurately read and analyze the patient's ECG

Including being able to release electrical waves to stimulate the heart to return to normal function again

The patient's chances of survival depend on how accurately and effectively the AED can be used in conjunction with basic life support.

When to use an AED

  • In case the patient is unconscious and unconscious

  • In case the patient has chest tightness

    Suspected unconscious recurrent heart attack and loss of consciousness

  • In case the patient has an accident due to unconscious electric shock and loss of consciousness

    • How to use an AED

    1. Power on

    On some AEDs the power button must be pressed.

    But some models work as soon as the cover is opened.

    When the machine is turned on, there will be a sound telling you what to do next step.

    2. Attach the conductive pad to the patient's chest.

    Attach the AED conductive pads firmly to the patient's chest.

    The patient's chest must be completely dry, not wet with sweat or water.

    Start by quickly peeling off the plastic backing where the conductive sheet is attached.

    One was placed under the right collarbone.

    and another sheet is attached under the left breast on the side of the body

    Then make sure the electrical wires from the conductive pad are properly connected to the unit.

    3. Let the AED analyze the ECG.

    Most AEDs begin analyzing the ECG as soon as the pads are attached.

    Some models require the "ANALYZE" button to be pressed first.

    4. Do not touch the patient.

    If the AED determines that the patient's electrocardiogram is the type that requires defibrillation

    The machine will tell you to press the “SHOCK” button. At this point, do not touch the patient.

    If the unit says “No shock is needed” or “start CPR,” turn the AED on and begin CPR immediately, alternating 30 chest compressions with 2 rescue breaths. for approximately 2 minutes or until the AED analyzes the ECG again.

    Then go back to steps 3 and 4. For steps 1 and 2, it should not take more than 30 seconds and help wait until other help arrives.

    How much does an AED cost?

    AEDs are available in a variety of price ranges.

    Starting from 20,000 baht per device to the early hundreds of thousands.

    differing from the functions and equipment provided with the device

    The more equipped it is, the easier it is to use.

    Because acute illnesses and accidents can happen anywhere, anytime.

    Therefore, AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) or automatic defibrillator

    It is an emergency life saving device.

    that should be installed in public areas and community areas

    Training in the use of AEDs should also be provided in lessons as well as in the workplace.

    So that everyone can use it and be able to cope with unexpected events that may always occur.

    Reference: Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital

    Mahidol University