Equipment 8-018-01 - Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - Agency Requirements

CMH EMS & MIH Protocols

Accessiblity:

• AED must be available for use any time the building is occupied.
• Location should be obvious and labeled to allow any person who is not familiar with its location to find it.
• Train as many community or staff members as possible in CPR and AED use.
• Contact CMH Pre-Hospital Services (417-328-6355) for assistance with training and to report the location of your AED.

Supplies to be kept with AED:

• Dry wash cloth.
• Safety razor.
• At least one set of compatible pads. Prefer to have two adult and two pediatric compatible pads.

Monthly Maintenance:

• Refer to manufacturer user manual.
• Check AED battery function according to manufacturer.
• Check supplies are usable and not expired.

After Using the AED:

• Contact CMH Pre-Hospital Services (417-328-6355) to download data and request assistance (if needed) for Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD).
• Document event according to your agency guidelines.
• Replace equipment used.

CMH Pre-Hospital Services Mission: "Provide safe, exceptional, and compassionate care to our communities with an emphasis on highly trained and empowered staff."

CMH Mobile Integrated Healthcare Mission: "Provide exceptional, compassionate, and patient-centered care by a mobile collaborative team to improve patient experience, improve quality outcomes, and reduce healthcare costs."

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