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Because there's nothing to lose...but a life!
The value of early CPR by bystanders is that it can "buy time" by maintaining some blood flow to the heart and brain during cardiac arrest.
- Why learn how to use an AED (automated external defibrillator)?
"Early CPR and defibrillation, within the first 3-5 minutes after collapse, plus early advanced care can result in high (greater than 50%) long term survival rates for witnessed ventricular fibrillation." www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml
- Why should my organization have an AED?
80 seconds can make the difference between life and death!
"Survivors received shocks, on average, within 5.6 minutes of cardiac arrest. Among those who died, the shock was administered, on average, just 80 seconds later." CPR Wall St. Journal March 2000
"When I say one minute makes a difference, our statistics bear that out," says Roger White, medical director of Rochester's early-defibrillation program. CPR Wall St. Journal March 2000
- How long is certification good for?
Certification for both first aid and CPR, using the MEDIC FIRST AID line, is good for 24 months, unless your employer mandates an annual certification.
- Will you travel to my location?
Yes. Pacific Training Services is an on-site training service. You provide us the site, we provide you the training. Out of state and international arrangements can also be made through our service center at servicecenter@pacifictrainingservices.com
Churches, preschools, schools, clubs, food establishments, retail establishments, various businesses and companies. Any where that there is a flow of people, employees should be trained for emergency situations.
- What is the cost of classes?
Please refer to COURSE tab for class descriptions and fees.
- Can we purchase first aid supplies from you?
Yes. Contact us our service center at servicecenter@pacifictrainingservices.com for specific items. A limited number of standard first aid supplies are available during classes.
- Can we purchase defibrillators from you?
Yes. Pacific Training Services is a distributor for Philips Heart Start defibrillators and Life® Oxygen Systems. Contact our service center at servicecenter@pacifictrainingservices.com with your specific needs. If you are unsure of your specific needs, we can help you set up a plan.
- Do I need a prescription to purchase a defibrillator?
It depends on your needs and which defibrillator best fits your needs. Pacific Training Services works with MEDIC FIRST AID® to offer our customers a service called MEDIC ONE SOURCE. Some of the benefits of MEDIC ONE SOURCE include medical oversight of your defibrillator, helping you obtain a prescription, keeps records of trained personnel and when they need retraining, advice on maintaining regulation compliance, 24/7 urgent call consultation regarding the use of a defibrillator and more.
MEDIC FIRST AID is a registered trademark of MEDIC FIRST AID International, Inc.
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