How to use a defibrillator during cardiac arrest @britishheartfoundation
How to use a defibrillator during cardiac arrest  @britishheartfoundation
Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
If someone is in cardiac arrest, acting quickly can save their life. In this short animation, you'll learn what to do if a person becomes unconscious, isn't responding, and isn't breathing normally.

Many people worry about using a defibrillator, but modern Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are designed so that anyone can use them. They provide clear instructions and will only deliver a shock if one is needed.

Early CPR and defibrillation can significantly improve a person's chance of surviving a cardiac arrest. Knowing what to do could help save a life.

For more information on defibrillators visit: bhf.org.uk/defibs

00:00 Introduction
00:14 Recognising cardiac arrest
00:22 What to do if someone is in cardiac arrest
00:36 Locating a defibrillator
01:00 Operating a defibrillator
01:29 Correct pad placement
01:48 Delivering a shock
02:15 Summary

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How to use a defibrillator during cardiac arrest

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