Using Your Philips Heartstart Defibrillator

Getting Started with Your Philips AED

A Philips Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for your home, workplace, or organisation is a proactive step towards ensuring safety and readiness in a cardiac emergency. Philips Heartstart AEDs are designed to deliver life-saving care in a cardiac emergency, with integrated CPR and user guidance. This guide will tell you everything you need to know about using your Philips AED in the event of a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).

Introduction to Philips

Philips have been developing AEDs since the early 1990s, producing reliable, easy-to-use defibrillators suitable for a range of environments and responders. Known for their SMART analysis technology, Philips’ defibrillator pads monitor the heart rhythm, providing feedback to the device to help automatically adjust the shock level for optimal delivery. Paired with individually-paced CPR guidance for correct chest compressions, Philips’ Heartstart AED supports responders in delivering critical care during an SCA, helping to improve survival chances when every second counts.

Why Choose Philips Heartstart Defibrillators?

Philips’ defibrillators are trusted worldwide to deliver effective response in an SCA, offering responders:

Live CPR Feedback: With an audible metronome for chest compressions and voice prompts providing clear instructions.
SMART Technology: Enabling the device to adapt the shock level each time for maximum effectiveness.
Regular Self-Testing: Performed daily, weekly, and monthly to check the battery, electrode pads and circuitry.
Durable Design: Philips’ AEDs are designed to withstand extreme temperatures and environments when stored correctly.

With their advanced technology and ease of use, Philips’ defibrillators act as a reliable coach in a cardiac emergency. Getting to know your Philips AED and how to use it is a great way to ensure maximum preparedness and save valuable time. Regular training is also essential in building confidence to respond effectively to an SCA. Learn more about training available at defibshop, with the help of our partner Imperative Training.