AED on Dive Trip
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If one could easily afford an AED, and had the training to use it...sure, why not? Early defibrillation is the key in the case of cardiac arrest (assuming a rhythm that is able to be defibrillated). Lots of schools, nursing homes, malls, etc, have an AED available, because they require little training and can make a big difference.
I certainly take mine when we go diving! Mine is fairly water tolerant and the manufacturer tells me it has been successfully used on a rescue boat. Engines turned off to reduce interference.
I have never had a dive OP or other divers object to the space it takes. I think out of country trips would be an even more important reason to take it. What resources will be available after all. I haven't tried to take it through customs as we haven't gone overseas since we got it but next trip .. it will be coming with me!
I have never had a dive OP or other divers object to the space it takes. I think out of country trips would be an even more important reason to take it. What resources will be available after all. I haven't tried to take it through customs as we haven't gone overseas since we got it but next trip .. it will be coming with me!
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