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ZOLL Medical Corporation Saves Lives with AED Plus Technology

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Breaux Bridge High School football coaches used a ZOLL AED Plus device in combination with CPR to save the life of a 15-year-old player who collapsed on the field during a scrimmage. The incident highlights the importance of preparedness and quick action in response to sudden cardiac arrest. The coaches had recently participated in a mock rescue drill, which likely contributed to their ability to respond effectively in this situation.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Breaux Bridge High School football coaches used a ZOLL AED Plus device in combination with CPR to save the life of a 15-year-old player who collapsed on the field during a scrimmage.
  • The coaches had recently participated in a mock rescue drill, which likely contributed to their ability to respond effectively in this situation.
  • The ZOLL AED Plus device is a full-rescue AED that provides Real CPR Help for depth and rate of chest compressions during CPR.
  • The device guides rescuers through the complete Chain of Survival, helping all sudden cardiac arrest victims, not just those who need a shock.
  • Sudden cardiac arrest claims more than 325,000 lives each year in the U.S. and is the leading cause of unexpected death worldwide.
  • The ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and markets medical devices and software solutions that help advance emergency care and save lives.
  • The company provides a comprehensive set of technologies that help clinicians, EMS and fire professionals, and lay rescuers treat victims needing resuscitation and critical care.

Statistics:

  • More than 330 AEDs have been placed in schools in the tri-state district and at least six lives have been saved.
  • The ZOLL AED Plus device is the first and only full-rescue AED that provides Real CPR Help for depth and rate of chest compressions during CPR.
  • Sudden cardiac arrest claims more than 325,000 lives each year in the U.S.
  • 95 percent of people will die from sudden cardiac arrest.

Sources:

  • ZOLL Medical Corporation
  • Breaux Bridge High School
  • Kiwanis International, Louisiana Mississippi West Tennessee District
  • American Heart Association
  • VerticalNews.com

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