AED Defibrillator Inspection & Testing | Free AED Check April 3, 2011

A lot of businesses and indiviudals own AEDs - Automated External Defibrillators. Many do not realize that these AEDs need new batteries and electrode pads every several years. When was the last time you changed your electrode pads? Your AED battery?

Why do we need an AED? Can’t we just dial 911 and wait for emergency medical personnel?
According to the American Heart Association, more than 325,000 people die each year from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Without the AED the chances of surviving Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) outside of a hospital setting are very small – less than 5%. However, if the AED is applied to the victim quickly their odds increase to about 70% - 90%. Besides from the obvious benefit of saving a life, you may also be able to avoid costly litigation. Numerous law firms are now going after business owners that do not have AEDs where an employee or customer died from sudden cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac arrest, which is the leading cause of death in the United States kills more people than breast cancer, lung cancer, and AIDS combined. Currently 95 percent of all cardiac arrest victims die.

How much does an Automated External Defibrillator cost?
AEDs or Automated External Defibrillators range in price from about $1200 up to about $1700. In addition to the AED you will also want a wall mounted alarmed cabinet to prevent theft and to make the AED easy to find in the event of an emergency. AED cabinets range from $195 to $400 depending on the quality of the cabinet. Although AEDs are not inexpensive it is invaluable if it saves your life or the life of a friend, family member, customer or coworker. Please note - buying a used AED or buying an AED from a salesperson that has little or no knowledge about the AED is never a good idea. These are life saving devices – if they fail, your patient dies. Talk to an expert that has actual hands on experience using AEDs, not a telemarketer with no real world knowledge or experience.

Does The CPR School sell AEDs?
Yes, and we will beat any advertised price on new AEDs. We also offer discounted package deals on AEDs, AED Cabinets and CPR AED First Aid Training. Contact The CPR School at 877-6-AED-CPR or 561.762.0500.

How many companies make AEDs?
There are six companies that are actively selling AEDs in the Florida market. The AED companies are Medtronic Physio Control, Cardiac Science, Defibtech, Heartsine, Philips and Zoll. Please note all AEDs operate in a similar manner. The analogy I give my students is Ford vs. General Motors. If you know how to drive a Ford you are also able to drive a GM vehicle.

We already own an AED – do you sell batteries and electrode pads?
Yes, if your AED needs a new battery or AED electrode pads we sell these. We can also test and inspect your AED, upgrade your AED software to the new AHA guidelines and if you wish to purchase a new make and model AED you can trade the old AED in for a new one.

We sell AED batteries and AED electrodes pads for you AED. Medtronic Physio Control CR Plus Charge-Pak 3201616-002, Medronic Physio Control Battery Pak 3005380-026, Cardiac Science Powerheart G3 Battery 9146-001, Powerheart Adult Pads 9131-001, Heartsine Samaritan Battery and Pad (PadPak) Pad-Pak-01, Defibtech Lifeline AED Battery DCF-200, Defibtech AED Adult Pads Electrodes DDP-100, Philips OnSite Adult Smart Pads M5071A, Philips OnSite Pediatric/Child Smart Pads M5072A, Philips OnSite frx Standard Battery M5070A, Philips FRX Smart Pads II 989803139261, Philips FR2 Adult Defibrillator Pads 989803158211, Zoll AED Plus CPR-D Padz 8900-0800-01, Zoll AED Plus Pedi-Padz II 8900-0810-01 and Welch Allyn.

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