Importance of AED Programs
Unfortunately, quick EMS system response is not always possible.
Even the best EMS systems experience delays from heavy traffic,
secured buildings, large complexes, and high rises. The national
average response time is 10 to 12 minutes. So even the best EMS
responders may have difficulty arriving in the first 3 to 5 minutes
when the chance of a successful defibrillation is greatest.
The American Heart Association strongly encourages large
businesses and public facilities to establish AED programs to
increase the chances of survival for people with heart related
emergencies. With an AED program a person will be better
prepared to save many lives. With a good implementation plan
and proper training, one can help save more lives. The goal of
every AED program is to deliver defibrillation to a sudden cardiac
arrest victim within 3 to 5 minutes of collapse.
FACTS:
Number of states that have introduced or adopted legislation
promoting and/or mandating AED's in schools........ 15
Amount appropriated by the Washington State legislature to fund
a law making AED's in schools mandatory................$0
Approximate list price of an automated external defibrillator...$1200
Unfortunately, quick EMS system response is not always possible.
Even the best EMS systems experience delays from heavy traffic,
secured buildings, large complexes, and high rises. The national
average response time is 10 to 12 minutes. So even the best EMS
responders may have difficulty arriving in the first 3 to 5 minutes
when the chance of a successful defibrillation is greatest.
The American Heart Association strongly encourages large
businesses and public facilities to establish AED programs to
increase the chances of survival for people with heart related
emergencies. With an AED program a person will be better
prepared to save many lives. With a good implementation plan
and proper training, one can help save more lives. The goal of
every AED program is to deliver defibrillation to a sudden cardiac
arrest victim within 3 to 5 minutes of collapse.
FACTS:
Number of states that have introduced or adopted legislation
promoting and/or mandating AED's in schools........ 15
Amount appropriated by the Washington State legislature to fund
a law making AED's in schools mandatory................$0
Approximate list price of an automated external defibrillator...$1200
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