Not all defibrillators are the same. Research shows that survival from sudden cardiac arrest more than doubles when emergency medical providers use ZOLL defibrillators with CPR feedback technology and scenario-based training. High-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is critical: each minute without proper CPR and defibrillation reduces survival by 10 percent. ZOLL’s Real CPR Help® technology guides rescuers to deliver effective compressions and improves outcomes.
Why High-Quality CPR Matters
While only half of SCA victims initially require a shock, all require effective CPR. Traditional defibrillators deliver a shock but do little to assist the rescuer. ZOLL devices bridge this gap by providing real-time feedback on compression depth and rate. Visual displays and voice prompts tell rescuers to “push harder” or confirm when compressions are adequate, ensuring high-quality CPR even for untrained bystanders.
Features of Real CPR Help
- Compression depth indicator: Real-time visual guidance shows whether compressions meet the recommended depth.
- Adaptive metronome: An audible metronome guides rescuers to provide compressions at an adequate rate.
- Full-colour touchscreen: On models like the ZOLL AED 3, step-by-step instructions appear on a bright screen, making the device user-friendly.
- Rapid shock analysis: ZOLL AEDs minimise the time between CPR and defibrillation, reducing interruptions.
- Automatic self-testing: Models such as the ZOLL AED 3 and ZOLL AED Plus perform regular tests of pads, batteries and circuitry, ensuring the device is rescue-ready.
These features are designed to support lay rescuers in high-stress situations. ZOLL’s CPR-D-padz electrodes feature a one-piece design for easy and accurate placement, and they come with a rescue kit containing scissors, gloves and a mask for efficiency. The devices are built with IP55-rated ruggedness and long-life batteries and pads that last five years.
Proven Impact on Survival
A study reported that using ZOLL defibrillators with Real CPR Help® more than doubled survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The combination of real-time feedback and proper training enabled rescuers to apply the proper rate and depth of compressions, deliver timely shocks and maximise survival odds. By transforming bystanders into effective responders, ZOLL’s technology bridges the gap between sudden collapse and professional medical care.
Choosing a defibrillator with CPR feedback is not just about technology, it is about giving bystanders the confidence and guidance to act quickly. When lives are at stake, real-time feedback can make all the difference.
We recommend the ZOLL AED Plus Defibrillator:
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Compliant with New Zealand Resuscitation Council Guidelines
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FDA Approved
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ECG monitoring capability built into every device
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Lowest cost of ownership
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No yearly servicing plans or ongoing maintenance required
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5 Year battery & pad life
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7 Year Warranty
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IP55 Rated
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Made in USA
