Description
The use of semiautomatic defibrillators and the cases where it applies.
Alternative labels
use of defibrillators
terminating dysrhythmia of heart muscle through use of defibrillator
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Defibrillation is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Paramedic in emergency responses: Paramedics in emergency responses provide emergency care to sick, injured, and vulnerable persons in emergency medical situations, before and during transport to a medical facility. They implement and oversee the transfer of the patient in connection with transport. They provide assistance in acute situations, implement life-saving emergency measures, and monitor the performance of the transportation process. As allowed by national law they may also provide oxygen, certain drugs, the puncture of peripheral veins and infusion of crystalloid solutions and perform endotracheal intubation if needed for the immediate prevention of threats for the life or health of an emergency patient.
Optional knowledge
Defibrillation is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Defibrillation – ESCO
