Demonstration on how to perform defibrillation | Anesthesia

We’re emphasising the importance of correct defibrillator pad placement in our 2025 Resuscitation Guidelines. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or member of the public, this information matters when it comes to giving someone in cardiac arrest the best chance of survival. Watch the video to learn more or visit resus.org.uk/2025-guidelines to read the Guidelines in full. | Resuscitation Council UK

There may be a number of advantages to placing defibrillator pads in the Anterior Posterior position. None of them have been established to increase survival in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. But nonetheless, there is a skill curve to placement in the AP position, not only in the location of the pads, but in the speed and efficiency of placement. #Paramedicbook #paramedicsoffacebook #medicsoffacebook #medicbook #emtsoffacebook #emsbook #Paramedic #paramedics #firstresponders #firstresponderbook

Early CPR and defibrillation can significantly increase someone's chances of surviving a cardiac arrest. Watch our Defib Dani animation to see how easy public access defibs are to use! | Resuscitation Council UK