Jargon Buster
Welcome to our Defibrillator Jargon Buster, a simple, no-nonsense guide to help you understand the terms and phrases you might come across when learning about defibrillators and heart health. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, workplace safety officer, a concerned parent, or simply a first-time buyer seeking to make an informed purchase, this glossary is here to take the confusion out of technical talk.
What is a Pacemaker?
An abnormality of the heart, a palpitation is identified by the patients awareness of a rapid, irregular heartbeat. Palpitations can be triggered by stress, strain, exercise or as a symptom of another illness.
What is a Palpitation?
A murmur or heart murmur is caused by the passing of blood across valves from one side of the heart to the other. This noise can be heard with a stethoscope and is usually caused by abnormalities outside or around the heart and not is the heart itself.
Who are Philips?
Philips manufacture defibs amongst many other electronic equipment, specialising in quality products and user friendly designs. The Philips Heartstart range of AED devices are designed for use in any environment where staff have had some training but can be used by lay persons utilising the clear voice instructions, pictorals and CPR feedback. Models from Philips include the HeartStart HS1 (OnSite) AED, HeartStart FRx AED and the HeartStart FR3 AED.
Who are Physio-Control?
One of the most established defibrillator manufacturers in the industry, Physio-Control have developed their defib units with the user and patient in mind manufacturing models for both health care professional and for members of the public. AED devices manufactured by Physio-Control include LIFEPAK CR Plus defibs, LIFEPAK 1000 defibs and the LIFEPAK CR2 defibs.