An electronic defibulator with voice prompts that can be used to shock an unconscious person suffering a heart attack. Used by a caregiver or first responder, this can improve the chances of survival.
Advantages
- can increase chance of survival
Disadvantages
- batteries need to be checked on a regular basis
- someone needs to call for medical assistance prior to starting defibulation
- someone needs to be present to setup and administer the shocks
- expensive