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Can I harm someone by using an AED if they are not in cardiac arrest?

Modern AEDs analyse heart rhythm and will not deliver a shock unless a shockable rhythm is present. You should not delay using an AED if you suspect cardiac arrest.

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When do burns need 999 rather than a trip to urgent care by car?

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