It is true that voltage, energy, and duration are variables in the science of defibrillation. However, it is the passage of sufficient current through the heart that accomplishes defibrillation.1
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Plus, always remember to maintain an emphasis on high-quality CPR. It is widely recognized as the single most important intervention during cardiac arrest, and real-time feedback is available to help all clinicians maintain the optimal depth, rate, and release.
1Link MS, et al. Circulation. 2010;122(suppl 3):S706 –S719.
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