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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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