Can You Really Get AED Grant Funding?

Are you looking for money to fund the purchase of your automated external defibrillator (AED)? You’re not alone. Many organizations are searching for grant funding, especially when it comes to purchasing or installing new AEDs to make their workplace and community safer.

Learn more about the process of obtaining grants for AEDs, and what to do once you get approved.

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The Versatility of Technimount Medical Mounts for Critical Care Transport

Technimount System is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of mounting products for different brands of medical equipment. Their innovative solutions help to ensure that the most critical medical devices are safely secured and ready for use by emergency medical service (EMS) personnel. They provide a range of accessories including brackets, adapters, mounts and safety arms to meet all equipment mounting needs. Technimount is based in Quebec, Canada, and does business all over North America and Europe.

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CPR/AED Certification: How Important is it?

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are making their way into public facilities of all types. They can be found in schools, college campuses, and athletic centers, as well as office buildings, malls, and airports.

AEDs are important life-saving devices, but if you don’t know how to use them (or don’t feel comfortable following the machine’s guided prompts), you could be putting yourself and others at risk. Luckily there is something you can do about that – take advantage of some first aid courses that specialize in AED training classes and become AED certified.

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The Types of AED Training Devices

Many people know what automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are, but the majority may not be familiar with how to use them. AEDs are life-saving devices, used by first responders, emergency medical services (EMS), firefighters, police officers, and even the general public, in sudden cardiac arrest situations.

AED training devices are also available to simulate the experience of using an AED without using the actual high-energy electric shocks, and these products help familiarize people with the process (so that they’re more inclined to react instead of panic). Below, we’ll take a look at some of the AED training systems available.

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Workplace AEDs: What to Consider When Choosing a Device

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the most common cause of death in the United States and can strike anytime. This means that every workplace and organization can benefit from having an onsite Automated External Defibrillator (AED) available for use in case of an emergency.

More than half of people who experience sudden cardiac arrest survive when they receive immediate CPR from someone nearby and early defibrillation from an automated external defibrillator (AED). However, the chance of survival decreases by 10% for every minute that passes before treatment begins.

Because sudden cardiac arrest can happen at any place or time to anyone, including to those who are otherwise healthy and have no history of heart disease, you may want to consider purchasing one of these life-saving devices for your workplace or facility.

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Mass Care Preparedness: Critical Supplies for First Responders

When emergencies and disasters strike, first responders are there on the scene. However, after the initial response is over, there is another critical phase of emergency management known as mass care: when victims of the disaster are cared for and assisted.

In order to provide effective mass care, it’s important to understand what it is and how to prepare for it.

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Supraglottic Airway Devices: How They Work

Supraglottic airways (SGAs) are devices used to secure the airway in an adult patient who is unable to maintain an open airway. SGAs are also referred to as extraglottic or periglottic devices. These devices are often used in patients with difficult airways and those who have failed initial attempts at tracheal intubation.

Supraglottic airways are devices used to provide an airway during emergencies. They can be inserted into the mouth and throat, in contrast to endotracheal tubes (ETTs) that go down into the patient’s upper airway. Supraglottic airways may be inserted to secure an adequate airway for a patient who cannot breathe or has an inadequate cough reflex.

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Buying Refurbished AED Monitors for Cardiac Devices

Automated external defibrillators (AED) are essential pieces of medical equipment for the treatment of sudden cardiac arrest. But for many organizations, the cost of a new AED can be prohibitive. That’s why some organizations consider the option of purchasing a refurbished AED monitor. (Any refurbished defibrillator monitor must be tested and certified to ensure it provides real CPR help when it’s needed.)

Let’s take a look to see if a refurbished AED monitor is an option for you.

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Effective EMS Natural Disaster Response

Natural disasters strike every year and can cause significant damage to communities. As a result, emergency services personnel have to be prepared for these situations to respond quickly and effectively. When local authorities are unprepared for a disaster, the situation can swiftly turn into a public health emergency. To achieve this goal, here are some tips that organizations should consider to enhance their EMS natural disaster response.

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