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Defibrillators - How You Can Save a Life

09/05/2018

Every year more than seven million people globally suffer from a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) with no warning. And only five to 10% of those affected actually survive. Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is …

Calibrating your spirometer

02/01/2018

Whilst many modern spirometers, such as the SpiroConnect spirometer, are extremely accurate and only require calibration if damaged, local guidelines may require that calibration is performed periodi…

ECG Electrode Application Guide

06/07/2017

The correct selection and application of ECG electrodes can help to prevent many of the problems associated with poor skin contact when taking an ECG. Ambu BlueSensor ECG electrodes have been in use…

More best practices in ECG recording

27/04/2017

When recording a 12-lead ECG it is important to ensure accuracy in order to avoid misinterpretation of the ECG machine and mismanagement of the patient. Following the success of our 12 Lead ECG best …

12 Lead ECG Best Practices

28/10/2016

The 12 lead ECG machine is used for one of the most common diagnostic tests in primary care and is a valuable tool in diagnosing cardiovascular performance. It is carried out on thousands of patients…

What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest?

16/09/2016

Did you know that 10,000 people in the UK suffer Sudden Cardiac Arrest every year? That is equivalent to one every 6 minutes. Less than 5% of these victims survive... What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest? …

Why you should no longer be using ECCS predicted values for spirometry testing

21/06/2016

Since 2013 the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology (ARTP) has not recommended the use of ECCS normal values for spirometry testing.  Instead, they now recommend the use of the GLI (…

Are you using the correct syringe for your spirometer calibration check?

14/05/2016

Although guidelines do vary, it is usually recommended that spirometry calibration should be verified prior to every clinic/session or after every 10th patient (whichever comes first.) Calibration o…

Getting the most out of digital signage in healthcare

07/04/2016

A digital signage system, such as the Envisage health awareness and patient call system, can be a great way of educating patients and informing them of your available practice services whilst they wa…

12 Lead ECG Tips

11/01/2016

Did you know that 85% of problems that occur whilst trying to record a 12 lead ECG machine come from dirty crocodile clips, poor skin preparation or dry electrodes? Follow the tips below to ensure t…